The Vancouver Canucks have secured their newly acquired defenseman Marcus Pettersson with a six-year, $33 million contract extension. Canucks GM Patrik Allvin expressed enthusiasm for Pettersson's leadership and skills, highlighting his ability to influence games positively. The Canucks traded forward Danton Heinen, defenseman Vincent Desharnais, and a conditional first-round pick to the Pittsburgh Penguins to acquire Pettersson, who has demonstrated effective play since joining the team.

In his time with the Canucks, Pettersson has recorded two goals and 15 assists in 49 games this season, showcasing his capability to contribute offensively. The 28-year-old defenseman played a substantial role in his debut, logging over 25 minutes of ice time and proving to be a valuable asset for the team's defensive lineup.