Vancouver Canucks Bolster Roster with Young Talent The Vancouver Canucks have taken a significant step in building their future by signing 2026 first-round pick Adam Novotny to a three-year entry-level contract. The deal, worth $1.075 million against the team's salary cap, is a clear indication of the organization's confidence in the 18-year-old forward's potential. Novotny's contract includes a bonus structure that rewards performance, with signing and performance bonuses tied to his progress in both the NHL and the American Hockey League (AHL). With this deal, the Canucks are investing in a promising young player who could become a key contributor to the team's lineup in the years to come.

The Vancouver Canucks have signed 2026 first-round pick Adam Novotny to a three-year, entry-level contract. The deal will carry a $1.075MM cap hit and include the following bonus structure, per PuckPedia: Year NHL Salary Signing Bonus Perf. Bonus AHL Salary Year 1 (TBD) $922.5K $102.5K NA $87.5K Year 2 (TBD) $967.5K $107.5K NA $87.5K Year […]