NHL.com is providing in-depth roster, prospect and fantasy analysis for each of its 32 teams from Aug. 1-Sept. 1. Today, the Vancouver Canucks.

The Vancouver Canucks are eager to prove last season’s disappointing step back was just an exception by quickly returning to the promise shown two seasons ago.

With few roster upgrades so far, Vancouver is counting on a return to form from top center Elias Pettersson , a return to health for No.1 goalie Thatcher Demko , a defense general manager Patrik Allvin believes is top five in the NHL, and a consistent message by promoting first-year head coach Adam Foote to accomplish that bounce-back.

Forward Evander Kane , acquired from the Edmonton Oilers in a June 25 trade, is the only big addition this offseason, leaving the Canucks short of th

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