The Vancouver Canucks are trying to trade veteran winger Chris Higgins.
The Canucks took the unusual step of issuing a a news release Sunday confirming that Higgins was on the market as the team transitions to a younger lineup.
“As part of our transition to a younger team, I can confirm we’re exploring trade options for Chris Higgins so we can create more roster space for our younger players to develop,” general manager Jim Benning said in the release.
“Chris is a quality person who has been an important member of our team for nearly five seasons.