Dan’s Daily: Canucks Reject Blockbuster; Larkin Declines; Penguins Defend

Dan Kingerski rounds up major NHL developments, highlighting reported trade negotiations involving Elias Pettersson and Dylan Larkin alongside Pittsburgh Penguins updates. The Vancouver Canucks walked away from a potential blockbuster trade with the Carolina Hurricanes involving Pettersson because Vancouver declined to take back center Jesperi Kotkaniemi. Meanwhile, Detroit Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin reportedly refused requests to expand his 10-team trade list.

In Pittsburgh, Penguins coach Dan Muse strongly defended defenseman Declan Carlile's spot in the lineup following Wednesday's practice. Additional league notes include the Columbus Blue Jackets placing Danton Heinen and Emil Andrae on waivers, Canada's ongoing refusal to allow Team Russia into the World Junior Championship, and the San Jose Sharks holding a players-only meeting following several losses.