“I certainly think that, as an experienced player who has earned the movement clause in his contract, he is open and willing to think about where else he could play, whether in Detroit or not.
And so I think we need to let this breathe a little bit and play it out. Maybe another team will come along, in a place where he is more inclined to play.”
Myers had wanted to finish his career in Vancouver, and his family is rooted in the community. He does know that the Canucks are in fire sale mode, so he has a lot on his mind. He decides where he ultimately ends up. He will take his time.
The Vancouver Canucks held off Tyler Myers as they worked on a trade
Rick Dhaliwal: Vancouver Canucks defenseman Tyler Myers was held out of the game last night due to trade-related reasons.
Darren Dreger: The Detroit Red Wings are believed to be the target. The Dallas Stars have also shown some interest. Myers can take his time to see how the process develops.
- Darren Dreger: “Rick is right. The Canucks have a trade option that they have asked Myers to consider. He is under protection and is taking time to consider it. I was told it was presented two days ago. The veteran and his agent, JP Barry, continue to deliberate.”
- Chris Johnston: “Of significance in this situation is the fact that Tyler Myers currently has a full NMC, which will convert to a 12-team no-trade list this summer, so there remains an element of pressure lingering in the background as Myers weighs his options.”
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Thomas Dance of The Athletic: Tylers Myers was scratched last night for “roster management” reasons while the Vancouver Canucks worked on a trade. He did, however, lead the team onto the ice in full uniform, as he normally does. It was done partly as a precaution, they only had six defenders, and if anyone got injured in warm-up, he was ready.
Coach Adam Foote: “You always have to use your seventh defenseman in case there is a groin pull or a puck in the face.”
Myers would prefer not to be traded because he has deep roots in Vancouver. He is prohibited from moving. This summer it will switch to a 12-team no-trade list, so he will have more control when choosing his next team now.
The Canucks approached Myers with a trade scenario earlier this week. The Canucks have something they like if Myers agrees to the trade.
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Canucks Brock Boeser:
“This time of year is the worst. When you think about our team and you think, ‘Which guys could you get a good price for?’ you immediately think of the big, experienced, right-handed defensemen, right? His hit is cheap. You look at it, and it’s obviously (a move) that makes sense.”
“For me, I looked at it and thought, ‘Of course teams are going to target this guy left and right.’ It’s a worthless part of the business; he’s such a good leader in this room, and he’s the oldest man here. If we lose him, we will become very young. That will be a big adjustment.”
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