A major contract extension has been finalized with the Vancouver Canucks, securing a top forward to the franchise through the 2035-36 season. The eight-year deal, valued at over $75 million, represents one of the largest commitments in team history, with an average annual salary exceeding $9 million. The agreement kicks off in the 2027-28 campaign, locking in long-term stability for the organization’s forward group. Fans and analysts will closely watch how this move reshapes the team’s roster and competitive outlook in the coming years.

Zeev Buium signed an eight-year, $75.04 million contract with the Vancouver Canucks on Friday. It has an average annual value of $9.38 million and will begin with the 2027-28 season.