Canucks' Fans Still Reeling from 2018 Trade. Five years have passed since one of the most infamous trades in Vancouver Canucks history, and the effects are still being felt. In July 2018, the team made a shocking move, sending defenseman Oliver Ekman-Larsson and forward Conor Garland to the Arizona Coyotes in exchange for Loui Eriksson, Jay Beagle, and Anton Stralman. The deal was widely panned by fans and analysts alike, and the verdict is still out on whether it was a catastrophic mistake or a necessary risk. As the Canucks continue to navigate their rebuild, the legacy of this trade remains a contentious topic among fans, with many wondering what could have been if the team had held onto Ekman-Larsson and Garland.

5 Years Later, The Ekman-Larsson/Garland Trade Remains One Of The Worst In Canucks History  The Hockey News