Former Vancouver Canucks defenceman Mark Friedman is heading to Europe next season. The 29-year-old will be playing next season for Rögle BK in the SHL. Friedman's new contract is a two-year deal which will keep him in the SHL until the end of the 2026-27 season. Latest From THN’s Vancouver Canucks Site [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/vancouver-canucks/]: Danila Klimovich Plays Overtime Hero As The Abbotsford Canucks Take A 5–4 2OT Victory Against The Texas Stars In Game 4 [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/vancouver-canucks/latest-news/danila-klimovich-plays-overtime-hero-as-the-abbotsford-canucks-take-a-5-4-2ot-victory-against-the-texas-stars-in-game-4] Report: Canadian Hockey Icon Sarah Nurse Joining PWHL Vancouver [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/vancouver-canucks/latest-news/report-canadian-hockey-icon-sarah-nurse-joining-pwhl-vancouver/] Is A Practice Facility In The Vancouver Canucks’ Near Future? [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/vancouver-canucks/latest-news/is-a-practice-facility-in-the-vancouver-canucks-near-future] Of his 93 career NHL games, 23 have come with the Canucks. Friedman was originally acquired from the Pittsburgh Penguins [http://thn.com/pittsburgh] in October 2023 before being dealt to the Nashville Predator [http://thn.com/nashville]s this past season. During his 23 games with Vancouver, Friedman recorded one assist while blocking 41 shots. Friedman also spent time with the Abbotsford Canucks in the AHL [http://thn.com/ahl]. During his 24 games, he recorded two goals along with 10 points. Friedman also had a plus/minus of +9 and finished his Abbotsford career with 19 penalty minutes. Jan 21, 2025; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Vancouver Canucks defenseman Mark Friedman (51) handles the puck against the Buffalo Sabres in the first period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images [https://deweb-519a7.b-cdn.net/post-images/9fb691a7-2a5f-48da-bb2a-b3a5801a4035.jpeg] Jan 21, 2025; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Vancouver Canucks defenseman Mark Friedman (51) handles the puck against the Buffalo Sabres in the first period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-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, be sure to leave a comment at the bottom of the page and engage with other passionate fans through our forum. The Hockey News [https://deweb-519a7.b-cdn.net/post-images/bf356d98-cfba-4377-9e68-1498c93c7999.webp] The Hockey News
