The center, who was selected by the Chicago Blackhawks with the No. 3 pick in the 2025 Upper Deck NHL Draft, was one of ...

The Vancouver Canucks kept their pick and selected right-shot centreman Braeden Cootes at 15th overall in the 2025 NHL Entry Draft.

As a two-way centre, Braeden Cootes is just what the Canucks need. The problem is the organization needs it next season, and now Vancouver must pivot to other options to fulfill its needs.