Canucks eye Caleb Malhotra as potential draft target linked to Steve Nash
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 11:51 AM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
The Vancouver Canucks are considering Caleb Malhotra as a possible target with the No. 3 pick in the NHL Draft. Malhotra is notable not only for his hockey skills but also for his family ties; his uncle is basketball Hall of Famer Steve Nash. Despite speculation about his selection, NHL insider David Pagnotta suggests the Canucks may look elsewhere. Malhotra, committed to Boston University, excelled in the OHL playoffs, drawing comparisons to Jonathan Toews.
- •Manny Malhotra, Caleb's father, is the Canucks' head coach.
- •Steve Nash is Caleb Malhotra's uncle.
- •Malhotra has performed well in his draft year.
- •He is 6-2 and recognized as a skilled two-way center.
- •The NHL Draft is approaching later this week.
- 11:51 AMYahoo Sports — Canucks' potential draft target Caleb Malhotra is related to Steve Nash
"Vancouver could be getting itself an athletic talent.
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