Kiefer Sherwood will be a free agent at the end of the 2025-26 season.
The Vancouver Canucks have a complicated decision to make this season when it comes to Kiefer Sherwood. The 30-year-old forward is an unrestricted free agent this coming off-season, and will need a significant raise from his current $1.5 million cap hit. Sherwood is also on pace for yet another career year, as he is already up to 10 goals through the team's first 17 games.
On a recent edition of "After Hours" on Sportsnet, GM Patrik Alvin spoke on Sherwood's future. Based on the Canucks General Manager's answer, it does not sound like the two sides are close to a deal. Allvin also mentioned how cap space may be limited this off-season, which could prohibit a potential signing.
"Well, it's still early here," said Allvin. "Kiefer has been a good player for us. He plays his role really well, and he's a guy that can play in different positions in the lineup. I think he's effective in the bottom six when he plays his role with intensity and finish checks and bring the energy and juice every day. So we're very happy with it. We'll see. I only have so much money with the cap. In the end of the day, it will dictate if we can afford players or not."
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Kiefer Sherwood leads all Vancouver Canucks players with nine goals on the season.
How Vancouver handles the Sherwood situation will be a topic of conversation leading up to the trade deadline. If the Canucks are not going to re-sign Sherwood, it may be best to move him, especially if high-draft picks are offered. Ultimately, Vancouver can not afford to lose yet another player for free in free agency, like they did with Pius Suter this past off-season.
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