Elias Pettersson is one of Vancouver's crucial building blocks in their ongoing rebuild. His 102-point season last year was a statement, showing that he can lead the Canucks back into contention if the right pieces are put around him.
He is already off to a hot start in his contract year, putting up 10 points in his first 5 games of the season. If he continues to produce at a high rate, the question becomes whether or not he will want to stay in Vancouver, as surely he will have the pick of the litter when it comes to choosing a new team if he wants. Apparently, he might not be interested.
According to Elliotte Friedman on the 32 Thoughts podcast, Pettersson is willing to stay in Vancouver, under the right circumstances.
This is good news for Canucks fans, as it places the responsibility squarely on management's shoulders to get an extension done. It also shows that the Canucks are doing a good job in building a culture of winning if Pettersson believes he can get it done in Vancouver.
