Canucks draft Caleb Malhotra amid complex father-son dynamic
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 12:55 PM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
The Vancouver Canucks selected Caleb Malhotra with the No. 3 overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft. This decision, influenced by the team’s new head coach, Manny Malhotra, presents potential challenges due to their familial relationship. Concerns arise over favoritism and the pressure Caleb may face as he joins a rebuilding team. The team believes Malhotra is one of the best players available and could be a key contributor moving forward. As Calgary embarks on this new chapter, the dynamics of the relationship between coach and player will be closely observed.
- •Caleb Malhotra drafted No. 3 by the Canucks on June 27, 2026.
- •New head coach Manny Malhotra is Caleb's father.
- •Concerns about favoritism and pressure on Caleb are noted.
- •Canucks aim to rebuild with top talent.
- •Caleb is considered one of the best centers in the draft.
- 12:55 PMYahoo Sports — Canucks, Caleb Malhotra now head toward the tricky part after draft decision
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