The Vancouver Canucks have added some size and physicality to their lineup. Ahead of the trade deadline, Vancouver has claimed forward Curis Douglas off waivers from the Tampa Bay Lightning [http://thn.com/tampabay]. Douglas is listed at 6'9", 242 lbs and was claimed on his 26th birthday. As mentioned, Douglas brings physicality to the lineup. In 29 games this season, he has two points and 92 penalty minutes. Douglas is not afraid to drop the gloves as he has eight fights already this year. Douglas was originally drafted in the fourth round of the 2018 draft. He has fought 26 times in the last three seasons as per HockeyFights.com [https://www.hockeyfights.com/players/23962]. Douglas is the tallest and heaviest player currently on the Canucks roster. The 2026 NHL Trade Deadline is scheduled for noon PT on Friday. Vancouver is currently in Chicago as they start a weekend back-to-back against the Blackhawks [http://thn.com/chicago]. After the deadline, GM Patrik Allvin is scheduled to speak to the media at Rogers Arena. Dec 27, 2025; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Lightning center Curtis Douglas (42) fights with Florida Panthers center Luke Kunin (71) during the second period at Amerant Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Romance-Imagn Images [https://deweb-519a7.b-cdn.net/post-images/6066b669-f142-4a5e-b3d5-a6d067fc4ee9.jpeg] Dec 27, 2025; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Lightning center Curtis Douglas (42) fights with Florida Panthers center Luke Kunin (71) during the second period at Amerant Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Romance-Imagn Images Make sure you bookmark THN's Vancouver Canucks site and add us to your favourites on Google News [https://news.google.com/publications/CAAqBwgKMK-q0gsw7sXpAw/sections/CAQqEAgAKgcICjCvqtILMO7F6QMwr-DfCA?hl=en-CA&gl=CA&ceid=CA%3Aen] for the latest news, exclusive interviews, breakdowns, and so much more. Also, don't forget to leave a comment at the bottom of the page and engage with other passionate fans through our forum. This article originally appeared on The Hockey News [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/vancouver-canucks]. Latest From THN’s Vancouver Canucks Site [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/vancouver-canucks/]: The Canucks Trading Garland & Myers Is A Step In The Right Direction [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/vancouver-canucks/players/the-canucks-trading-garland-myers-is-a-step-in-the-right-direction] Canucks Trade Conor Garland To The Columbus Blue Jackets For Two Picks [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/vancouver-canucks/latest-news/canucks-trade-conor-garland-to-the-columbus-blue-jackets-for-two-picks] Report: Multiple Teams Showing Interest In Vancouver Canucks Forward Conor Garland Ahead Of The 2026 Trade Deadline [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/vancouver-canucks/latest-news/report-multiple-teams-showing-interest-in-vancouver-canucks-forward-conor-garland-ahead-of-the-2026-trade-deadline] For action-packed issues, access to the entire magazine archive and a free issue, subscribe to The Hockey News at THN.com/free [https://thehockeynews.store/products/print-subscription?_gl=1*6ym8lg*_ga*MTAxMDU4Njg2NC4xNzQ0MTI5OTI0*_ga_ZET34ZFCGX*czE3NzEzNzMyNjQkbzEzNjQkZzEkdDE3NzEzNzQyOTckajckbDAkaDA.]. Get the latest news and trending stories by subscribing to our newsletter here [http://eepurl.com/i7OC4I]. And share your thoughts by commenting below the article on THN.com or creating your own post in our community forum. The Hockey News [https://deweb-519a7.b-cdn.net/post-images/ab33cf82-0d48-4821-8621-5f8732790ccb.jpeg] The Hockey News
