Vancouver Canucks Head Coach Rick Tocchet recently revealed that he received a text from Sidney Crosby regarding newly acquired players Marcus Pettersson and Drew O'Connor from the Pittsburgh Penguins. Tocchet, who previously worked as Crosby's assistant, emphasized the value of Crosby's endorsement, describing the two players as excellent in the locker room. With both players having extensive experience in Pittsburgh, their transition to Vancouver is expected to be smooth.

Pettersson is anticipated to significantly contribute to Vancouver's defensive lineup, currently boasting 18 points while averaging over 22 minutes of ice time this season. Assistant Coach Adam Foote has expressed enthusiasm about Pettersson's high hockey IQ and leadership qualities, signifying strong support for the acquisition. Both players are set to make their debuts against the Detroit Red Wings at Rogers Arena, highlighting a new chapter for the Canucks.