Canucks urged to pursue Maple Leafs' Matthew Knies in trade talks

The Vancouver Canucks are being encouraged to make a trade for Toronto Maple Leafs forward Matthew Knies, following a difficult season for both teams. Last season, the Canucks finished last in the NHL, while the Maple Leafs missed the playoffs for the first time in a decade. Knies, who signed a six-year, $46.5 million contract extension, had a standout season with 66 points. Canucks insider Rick Dhaliwal suggested targeting players under 25, like Knies, to enhance Vancouver's lineup. Maple Leafs GM John Chayka has indicated that acquiring Knies would require a substantial trade package, leaving uncertainty about his future with the team.

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