A report that the Canucks were in trade talks with the Hurricanes before the Rantanen trade is part of the recent speculation regarding Miller and Pettersson.

Vancouver Canucks president of hockey operations Jim Rutherford, centre, general manager Patrik Allvin, back left, and head coach Rick Tocchet listen during a news conference ahead of the NHL hockey team's training camp, in Vancouver, Sept. 20, 2023. DARRYL DYCK/The Canadian Press

Canucks management's next steps with their star centers are crucial in the wake of Friday's three-team blockbuster.

Cherry continued by saying that “he should go to Buffalo” after learning of the most recent potential Pettersson trade proposal. Cherry’s son, Tim, added on by claiming that both Pettersson and J.T. Miller should “go home” to fix the reported rift between them.

Vancouver Canucks general manager Patrik Allvin says he’s open to making a trade — as long as the deal makes sense for the team.

The Vancouver Canucks are poised to fundamentally reimagine the direction of their franchise. It’s a process that could significantly alter the club’s short-term standing and priorities, and it nearly began rather dramatically over the weekend.

The Vancouver Canucks almost had a JT Miller trade in place with the New York Rangers, and the Carolina Hurricanes have now entered the chat.

Vancouver Canucks president of hockey operations Jim Rutherford doesn’t see any way to keep J.T. Miller and Elias Pettersson happy together as teammates.

The Vancouver Canucks seem to be in a state of turmoil. While trading either play will be a loss to the team, the rift between Elias Pettersson and J.T.