NHL Trade Rumors: Proposed 1-For-1 Trade Sends Martin Necas To Canucks

Lyle Richardson of Bleacher Report has spotlighted a compelling Draft Day trade proposal that could send Martin Nečas to the Vancouver Canucks and Filip Hronek to the Carolina Hurricanes. 

This proposal emerges as both teams face complex contract negotiations with these restricted free agents, each with arbitration rights. 

Nečas, a talented forward, has consistently delivered strong performances, including a career-high 73 points last season. Despite his success, his desire to play in a top-six role as a center has led to uncertainty about his future with the Hurricanes.

This season, the 25-year-old Necas recorded 24 goals and 29 assists for 53 total points across 77 games played, coming off a career-best season with 71 points the year before.

NECAS AGAIN! After tying it up with a late goal, Martin Necas wins it for the Hurricanes in overtime!#LetsGoCanes pic.twitter.com/VfKe4wRzNO

— Hockey Daily 365 l NHL Highlights & News (@HockeyDaily365) January 28, 2023

On the other hand, Filip Hronek, a defenseman for the Canucks, is seeking a substantial raise with his next contract, potentially surpassing the $8 million mark annually. 

Hronek's offensive skills from the blue line have been crucial for Vancouver, making him a valuable asset that the Hurricanes could utilize, especially with the potential departures of key defensive players like Brady Skjei and Brett Pesce. 

The 26-year-old put up the best season of his six-year NHL career this season, recording five goals, 48 total points, a +33 plus/minus rating, 87 blocked shots, and 104 hits across 81 games played.

FIRST AS A CANUCK❗️
100 MPH SHOT❗️
TIED LONGEST POINT STREAK AS A CANUCKS DEFENCEMAN❗️

What a goal, Filip Hronek. pic.twitter.com/WgWClZt2ux

— Vancouver Canucks (@Canucks) November 16, 2023

However, the Canucks might find Hronek's contract demands steep, given their existing investments in similar talents such as Quinn Hughes.

This proposed one-for-one trade addresses the needs of both teams: Nečas would have the opportunity to play significant minutes, possibly as a top-six forward in Vancouver, enhancing their forward depth. Meanwhile, Hronek would bolster the Hurricanes' defensive lineup, providing them with the necessary depth and skill on the blue line, as noted by Richardson.

This trade capitalizes on the mutual benefits for both clubs, making it a fascinating prospect as the NHL Draft approaches.

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