The Vancouver Canucks announced the signing of defenseman Tom Willander to a three-year, entry-level contract. Drafted 11th overall in 2023, Willander recorded two goals and 24 points in 39 games at Boston University, earning second-team All-Star honors in Hockey East for the second consecutive year. General manager Patrik Allvin expressed excitement about Willander joining the organization, and the contract includes performance bonuses averaging $800,000, with a maximum of $1 million.
