Canucks president Jim Rutherford praised Hughes during his end-of-season media availability. That said, Rutherford raised concerns about Hughes' future in Vancouver, noting the captain’s desire to play alongside his brothers at some point.

For the second straight year, Vancouver Canucks defenceman Quinn Hughes has been named as a Norris Trophy finalist.

Florida Panthers defenseman Aaron Ekblad will have a phone hearing with the NHL's Department of Player Safety following his hit to the head of Tampa Bay Lightning forward Brandon Hagel, the league announced Tuesday.