Caleb Malhotra could join Canucks, following in father's footsteps

Caleb Malhotra, a top prospect for the upcoming 2026 NHL Draft, is the son of Vancouver Canucks head coach Manny Malhotra. The Canucks hold the third overall pick in the draft, presenting a potential opportunity to select Caleb. He expressed enthusiasm about the prospect of playing for his father again, having last been coached by him in minor hockey. Mock drafts indicate that Caleb is likely to be available at the Canucks' pick. The organization interviewed him recently, focusing on the unique dynamic of a father-son playing relationship in the NHL.

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