Drew O’Connor has officially joined the Vancouver Canucks, signing a two-year deal worth $5 million, translating to an average annual value of $2.5 million. The 26-year-old forward has had a productive season with 18 points, including eight goals and ten assists across 57 games with the Canucks and his former team, the Pittsburgh Penguins. After being traded to Vancouver on February 1, he made a notable impact by scoring two goals in four games.

Canucks GM Patrik Allvin praised O’Connor's size, speed, and forechecking abilities, indicating confidence in the coaching staff's potential to elevate his game. This signing comes as O’Connor was about to enter free agency after this season, which adds a layer of significance to his fresh start with Vancouver. O'Connor's career totals now stand at 68 points over 214 regular-season games.