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The Vancouver Canucks acquired forwards Jacob Quillan and Brandon Buhr from the Toronto Maple Leafs in exchange for forward Aatu Raty.
The Vancouver Canucks have completed a transaction with the Toronto Maple Leafs, acquiring two forwards in exchange for one player. Vancouver Canucks General Manager Ryan Johnson announced that the club acquired Jacob Quillan and Brandon Buhr from the Maple Leafs in exchange for Aatu Raty.
Ryan Johnson commented on the move, emphasizing the addition of young talent to the roster. “We want to thank Aatu for all he has done for the organization, and we wish him well in Toronto,” said Johnson. “By acquiring Jacob and Brandon this move gives our group two new young players to work with as we continue to look for ways to improve our overall depth.”
Jacob Quillan, 24, originally signed an entry-level contract with Toronto on April 1, 2024. The 6'1", 204lbs forward has played 24 career NHL games, all with the Maple Leafs, recording three points (1-2-3) and two penalty minutes. In the American Hockey League (AHL), Quillan appeared in 114 career games for the Toronto Marlies, registering 74 points (32-42-74) and 65 penalty minutes. He also recorded nine points (3-6-9) in 24 career AHL playoff games and captured the Calder Cup with the Marlies last season.
Brandon Buhr, 24, originally signed an entry-level contract with Toronto on March 18, 2026. The Burnaby, BC native appeared in five games with the Toronto Marlies at the conclusion of the 2025.26 season, registering two points (0-2-2). Buhr previously spent four seasons in the NCAA, split between Clarkson University and Union College, recording 88 points (49-39-88) and 41 penalty minutes across 116 games. He was named to the Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC) Third All-Star Team in 2025, and the ECAC Second All-Star Team in 2026.
This trade represents a shift in roster depth for both organizations. The Canucks are adding two young forwards with recent AHL and NCAA experience to bolster their lineup, while the Maple Leafs acquire Aatu Raty in return. The move highlights the ongoing management of player development and depth charts in the NHL.
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