Canucks hire Manny Malhotra as head coach, affects Blackhawks draft plans
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 4:41 AM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
The Vancouver Canucks officially appointed Manny Malhotra as their new head coach on June 2, 2026. This hiring may influence the Chicago Blackhawks in the upcoming NHL Draft, where they hold the fourth overall pick. The Blackhawks are considering top prospects, including Malhotra's son, Caleb. The Canucks' management aims to build a successful culture, which could impact their interest in Caleb, depending on the picks made ahead of them. As the draft approaches, it remains unclear how these developments will shape the players available to Chicago.
- •Manny Malhotra is the new head coach of the Vancouver Canucks.
- •The Blackhawks hold the fourth overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft.
- •Caleb Malhotra, a top prospect, could impact Chicago's draft choices.
- •Canucks aim to build a winning culture with new management.
- •Draft decisions depend on selections made by teams ahead of Chicago.
- 4:41 AMYahoo Sports — Canucks Make Coaching Move That Could Impact Blackhawks Draft
"The Vancouver Canucks made a coaching hire that could impact the Chicago Blackhawks draft.
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