NHL Draft is officially over, with the Vancouver Canucks adding six new players into their organization’s portfolio. Their selection includes a surprising four centers, a goaltender, and a right-winger.

The Vancouver Canucks didn’t have to overthink their first-round selection at the 2025 NHL Draft. When Braeden Cootes was still on the board at No. 15, general manager Patrik Allvin and his scouting staff didn’t hesitate.

Vancouver Canucks General Manager Patrik Allvin announced today that the club has selected forward Braeden Cootes 15th overall at the 2025 NHL Entry Draft in Los Angeles, California. “We are so pleased to bring in a player of this quality and character into our organization,