Vancouver Canucks preview Paul Cotter for 2026–27 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 1:00 PM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
The Vancouver Canucks are previewing new forward Paul Cotter for the 2026–27 NHL season. Cotter, signed to a one-year, $2.15 million contract, recorded 15 points last season with the New Jersey Devils and represented Team USA at the IIHF World Championship. Known for his speed and physicality, he is expected to play in the bottom-six forward group and may begin the season at wing. There is speculation that a successful season could lead to a contract extension before the 2027 Trade Deadline.
- •Cotter signed a one-year, $2.15 million deal with Canucks.
- •He had 15 points in 79 games with the Devils last season.
- •Cotter played for Team USA at the 2026 IIHF World Championship.
- •He may start the season on the wing in Vancouver's lineup.
- •Expectations for Cotter include depth scoring and energy contributions.
- 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — Vancouver Canucks 2026–27 Player Preview: Paul Cotter
"A preview of Canucks forward Paul Cotter's 2026-27 season.
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