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‘A Fresh Start’: Boeser Sees an Inspired Pettersson Ahead of New-Look Canucks’ Camp
Brock Boeser says Elias Pettersson is using a fresh start and new leadership to try to regain the form that once earned him a major contract.
- Vancouver Canucks winger Brock Boeser said teammate Elias Pettersson appears in a "great headspace" ahead of training camp next week, working to rediscover elite form.
- Pettersson burst onto the North American scene with 66 points as a rookie, but his production dipped to 0.70 points per game following his $11.6-million average annual value contract as the team finished last in the standings.
- Franchise legends Henrik Sedin and Daniel Sedin were promoted to co-presidents of hockey operations this off-season, while Manny Malhotra was hired as head coach and Ryan Johnson became general manager.
- Malhotra brings experience from the American Hockey League's Abbotsford Canucks, while Boeser expressed optimism about the "fresh start," noting "I think just with the new changes, it gives me hope."
- Boeser, 29, aims to take an increased leadership role with the younger roster navigating deep NHL waters, stating he must "be a guy that the younger guys can lean on and set an example.
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