A major long-term commitment has been made by the Vancouver Canucks, as the team’s general manager locked in an eight-year contract extension with rising star defenceman Zeev Buium. The move comes as the 20-year-old enters the final year of his current deal, signaling confidence in his development and future role. With the extension securing his future through the next decade, Buium’s impact on the blue line appears set to grow. Fans and analysts will be watching closely to see how this decision shapes the team’s defensive core moving forward.

Vancouver Canucks General Manager Ryan Johnson was excited to announce an eight-year contract extension for defenceman Zeev Buium late Friday afternoon. The 20-year-old defenceman is in the final year ...