The 27-year old Spooner was drafted 45th overall in the second round of the 2010 draft by the Boston Bruins. He carries a $4 million salary cap hit.
The 29-year old Gagner was drafted 6th overall in the 2007 draft by the Oilers. He carries a $3.150 salary cap hit.
Iain MacIntyre: “Plan is for Canucks to call up Ryan Spooner after this road trip.”
John Shannon: “Sam Gagner was with the Marlies in Providence RI. Will be in Brooklyn in time for tonight’s game between the Oilers and Islanders.