It’s decision day for Vancouver. The Canucks have officially sent Victor Mancini and Tom Willander to the AHL’s Abbotsford Canucks as part of their final roster cuts.

In today’s episode of Locked On Canucks, we dig into:

Why these cuts make sense — despite Mancini’s strong preseason showing (two goals, big minutes), he was waived because of contract flexibility.

Willander, a former first-rounder, still has development ahead.

What roles remain open — with these veterans cut, younger players like Braeden Cootes have essentially locked their roster spots, pushing other names to prove theirs.

Depth & balance implications — these moves reshape how lines, defensive pairings, and matchups might look. The coach will likely lean into trusting the core group and mix in callups when needed.

What to watch in Abbotsford — both Mancini and Willander will get heavy minutes, responsibility, and the chance to force their way back up. Their performance will be a metric for next season’s push.

Vancouver’s roster is clearer now. The cuts speak louder than rumors—this is the team they believe can contend.

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