Canucks Demote Willander, Mancini to AHL Ranks
The Canucks execute a familiar roster trim by assigning Tom Willander and Victor Mancini to AHL duties, buying development time amid a crowded blue line. These decisions from the front office often foreshadow call-ups when injuries hit, and Vancouver's depth chart leaves little room for error. Coaches eye the minors as a proving ground that could pay dividends before playoffs heat up.
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