Canucks Finalize Opening-Day Roster, Giving Key Prospect Big Opportunity

Canucks: Why versatile, grateful Arshdeep Bains made the opening roster

'Pretty nice to be here right now and pretty rewarding when you train hard and earn something like this' — Surrey native Arshdeep Bains on making the Canucks' roster

Canucks finalize opening-day roster, giving key prospect big opportunity

The Vancouver Canucks made no further moves on Monday, despite there being some intriguing names on the waiver wire. That meant when the Canucks submitted their opening-day roster for the 2026-27 season by Monday’s deadline, there were no real surprises. At least, no new surprises. It was arguably a little bit surprising to see who had already made the cut, including two prospects who are exempt from waivers. Here is the Canucks’ opening 23-man …