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Vancouver Canucks sign Jamie Oleksiak to two-year contract

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 6:47 AM

Last updated Jul 2, 2026

Vancouver Canucks sign Jamie Oleksiak to two-year contract

Summary

The Vancouver Canucks added defenseman Jamie Oleksiak to their roster for the 2026-27 season on the first day of free agency. Oleksiak, a 6’7” veteran with a physical presence, has played 758 NHL games over 13 seasons, recently with the Seattle Kraken. He recorded 17 goals and 89 points during his tenure in Seattle, including a career-high 9 goals in the 2022-23 season. The Canucks secured Oleksiak with a two-year deal worth an average annual value of $5 million. This acquisition aims to strengthen Vancouver's blue line.

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Key Details

•Oleksiak joins Vancouver after spending five seasons with the Kraken.
•He was selected by Dallas in the first round of the 2011 NHL Draft.
•The deal is for two years at $5 million AAV.
•Oleksiak recorded a career-high in goals during the 2022-23 season.
•Canucks aim to improve defensive capabilities with this signing.

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6:47 AMYahoo Sports — Canucks Pick Up Jamie Oleksiak On First Day Of Free Agency

What they're saying

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Vancouver bolsters its blue line with a 6’7” veteran known for deceptive agility. The former Kraken standout brings 13 seasons of experience and a physical presence to the Canucks.
— Yahoo Sports

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