The name the Canucks already know, going with Johnson would be promoting from within. Some believe this is what hockey ops president Jim Rutherford wants to do, but has to go through the full process of interviewing other candidates and doing his due diligence. 

If Johnson steps into the GM role, it would speak highly of his work with Abbotsford. Under his leadership, they captured a Calder Cup, and he’s widely respected for his honesty and communication skills.

The Canucks reportedly recently denied another team, the Nashville Predators, permission to speak with him about their opening, signaling the Canucks are seriously considering Johnson while they sort through their own mess. 

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