Category Archives: Melvin Fernstrom

Breaking Down the Canucks’ Major Trades: Did Vancouver Get Better?

The Vancouver Canucks have shaken up their roster in a big way, completing two major trades that bring in Filip Chytil, Marcus Pettersson, Drew O’Connor, and Victor Mancini while sending out J.T. Miller, Erik Brännström, Jackson Dorrington, Danton Heinen, Vincent Desharnais, and Melvin Fernström along with a 2025 first-round pick (via New York). These trades signal … Continue Reading ››

Canucks Prospects at the World Junior Summer Showcase

Three Vancouver Canucks prospects took part in the World Junior Summer Showcase (WJSS) in Plymouth, Michigan, where top young players are evaluated ahead of the World Junior Championship (WJC) this winter. While it's early and there's no guarantee these names will appear on the final WJC roster, it’s encouraging to see them invited to participate … Continue Reading ››

Canucks Director of Scouting Todd Harvey On His Selections

Recently Canucks Director of Scouting Todd Harvey had this to say on their Selections at this years NHL Draft in Vegas. “We had guys rated pretty high that were there for us.” The Vancouver Canucks approached the National Hockey League Draft in Las Vegas with limited draft capital but managed to walk away feeling good about their … Continue Reading ››

Vancouver Canucks 2024 Draft Picks: Skill and Size for the Future

Final review of the Vancouver Canucks 2024 Draft Picks. The Vancouver Canucks navigated the 2024 NHL Entry Draft without the advantage of early-round picks, yet managed to strategically enhance their prospect pool with a blend of skill and size. Their selections demonstrate a keen eye for potential and a commitment to building a well-rounded team. … Continue Reading ››

Canucks Draft Melvin Fernström with 3rd Round Pick, 93rd Overall

Canucks Draft Melvin Fernström with 3rd Round Pick, 93rd Overall.  In the third round of the 2024 NHL Entry Draft, the Vancouver Canucks selected Swedish right-winger Melvin Fernström with the 93rd overall pick. Born on February 28, 2006, in Bålsta, Sweden, the 18-year-old Fernström has shown promise with his keen play-reading ability and strategic positioning … Continue Reading ››