The ties that bind Quinn Hughes to the game as a self-professed hockey nerd are significant. Article content

Players, family, friends and an impressive development resume formed a foundation for the Vancouver Canucks ’ captain to build his eye-popping presence in the NHL as a generational player and Norris Trophy winner. Article content Article content

And now, as a red-hot trade topic amid uncertainty he’ll commit long term to the struggling Canucks when his extension expires after next season, the line of suitors is forming. Hughes is a transformational talent. His sublime skating, quick thinking, and laser-like, pinpoint passes can turn an offence from ordinary to outstanding.

The Canucks’ only recourse, if there’s a Hughes departure, is aiming high for a multiplayer trade re

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