Canucks Claim Crotty Off Waivers, Make Two Other Roster Moves

The Vancouver Canucks announced three roster moves on Tuesday. Vancouver added a defenceman via the waiver wire as they claimed Cameron Crotty from the Minnesota Wild. The Canucks also sent defenceman Victor Mancini down to the AHL and placed forward Akil Thomas on waivers. 

Crotty is a 27-year-old right-shot defender who is listed at 6'3", 212 lbs. He was acquired by the Wild earlier this year from the Ottawa Senators via a waiver claim. Over his career, Crotty has played 11 NHL games along with 332 in the AHL. 

As for Mancini, he has struggled to get consistent ice time in the NHL this season. The 24-year-old has played in eight games and is averaging 12:25 per night. Mancini's addition will be beneficial for the Abbotsford Canucks, as he has shown an ability to produce in the AHL. 

Finally, Thomas was placed on waivers for the purpose of being assigned to the AHL. The 26-year-old has yet to play this year, as he was recovering from an injury. Thomas has played in 196 career AHL games and recorded 115 points. 

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