There had been rumblings that Pettersson could also be traded, but after Miller was shown the exit door, it seems Vancouver is committed to keeping the 26-year-old around. According to Cam Robinson of Elite Prospects, the Canucks have pulled Pettersson off the trade block prior to the 4-Nations Face-Off.

Every generation seems to have a player who busts the aging curve, playing into their late 40s or beyond. Howe, Chelios, Messier, Jagr. If you had to pick a current NHLer who would be the next to do this, who would it be? — James B.

Anticipation for the upcoming 4 Nations Face-Off continues to build as all four teams skated for the first time on Monday. The practices provided a look at potential line combinations for the tournament,

According to Elite Prospects Cam Robinson, the Vancouver Canucks have officially pulled forward Elias Pettersson off of the trade market as the NHL embarks on the inaugural 4 Nations Face-off tournament.

Playing for Sweden, and without the expectation to be “the guy” every night, Elias Pettersson has a chance to make the 4 Nations Face-Off a turning point in what has been a disappointing season.

The 4 Nations Face-Off starts Wednesday, February 12, when Canada takes on Sweden. The game will feature two Canucks as Pettersson will take on Tocchet, who is an assistant coach for Team Canada. Puck drop is scheduled for 5 pm PT and can viewed on Sportsnet.

It was shaping up as the great escape for Elias Pettersson. With his NHL point production plummeting, his once dominant multi-layered game in the doldrums and his confidence at an all-time low, joining his Swedish countrymen in the 4 Nations Face-Off tournament this week was going to be the elixir for the Vancouver Canucks centre.