By Canadian Press

Canucks acquire Kravtsov from Rangers for Lockwood and a seventh-round pick in 2026

Feb 25, 2023 | 1:58 PM

VANCOUVER — The Vancouver Canucks acquired forward Vitali Kravtsov from the New York Rangers on Saturday in exchange for forward Will Lockwood and a seventh-round pick in the 2026 NHL Draft.

Kravtsov, 23, has six points (3-3) in 28 games this season.

“We are excited to add Vitali’s combination of size and skill to our group,” Canucks general manager Patrik Allvin said in a release. “He is a smart player and a former first-round pick with a good set of skills.

“We look forward to welcoming him to Vancouver to continue developing his game with our coaching staff.”

Lockwood, 24, has split this season between Vancouver and AHL Abbotsford. He has one assist in 13 NHL games and 18 points (12-6) in 26 AHL games.

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This report by The Canadian Press was first published Feb. 25, 2023.

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