In a surprising turn of events, forward Brock Boeser has rejected a new contract offer from the Vancouver Canucks and has officially signed with [New Team], ending his tenure with the team that drafted him in the first round of the 2015 NHL Draft.

Boeser, 28, had one of the best seasons of his career in 2024–25, posting career-high numbers and playing a key role in the Canucks’ playoff push. Despite efforts from Vancouver’s front office to retain him with a competitive multi-year deal, sources say Boeser was looking for a fresh start and a more prominent role, which he found with [New Team].

The loss is a major blow to Vancouver, both on the ice and in the locker room, where Boeser was regarded as a leader and fan favorite. In over 500 games with the Canucks, he tallied over 200 goals and built a reputation as a clutch scorer with a powerful shot.

The Canucks now face the challenge of filling a major gap in their top-six forward group. Fans will no doubt be watching closely as the team looks to regroup and adjust its roster in the wake of Boeser’s departure.