The Crossover reacts to a stunning Artemi Panarin trade to the LA Kings and what it signals about a suddenly crowded NHL trade market. The discussion turns to Vancouver’s approach, questioning why the Canucks aren’t more aggressive in selling veterans for draft picks and prospects as the rebuild ramps up. There’s also growing concern around Jonathan Lekkerimäki’s inconsistent usage and whether Adam Foote or Manny Malhotra is the right coach to develop a wave of young talent. Jason Bukala weighs in on draft targets, prospect timelines, and why patience — paired with urgency — is now essential for this rebuild to work.

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