NHL analyst sparks Vancouver Canucks trade rumors by naming $30,000,000 Penguins forward as potential target

NHL analyst Frankie Corrado has suggested the Vancouver Canucks make a push for Pittsburgh Penguins winger Rickard Rakell.

On SportsCenter, Corrado discussed the Canucks' trade options and emphasized the need for more creativity in the team's offense. The Canucks have Elias Pettersson, but Corrado pointed out that the team could benefit from adding another offensive player.

"No, they can't be done, because there were high expectations with this group, and I think if you look offensively, I would like to see a little more creativity added. It's nice to have some players that are a little more offensively inclined," Corrado said.

Rakell, a versatile player who can play center and on the wing, is inked to a six-year, $30 million deal.

"Rickard Rakell is another name that Jim Rutherford would be very familiar with from his time in Pittsburgh," Corrado added. "He's having a really nice season, and he generates some chances in and around the front of the net.

"If I'm Vancouver, I think you've made your moves on D, you're probably looking at adding a little more offense, whether it's down the middle or at wing, but just someone who adds a little more creativity to your offensive group," he added.

Rickard Rakell has accumulated 48 points through 25 goals and 23 assists in 56 games this season.

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Vancouver Canucks' Elias Pettersson finished 4 Nations with zero points

Vancouver Canucks forward Elias Pettersson has struggled this season. The 4 Nations tournament was an opportunity for the Swede to regain his confidence.

However, Pettersson failed to score a point in the competition as Sweden wrapped up the tournament with a 2-1 victory over the United States. The 4 Nations final will take place on Thursday between Canada and the USA.

Meanwhile, the Vancouver Canucks resume their NHL season against the Vegas Golden Knights on Saturday. The Canucks are second in the wild card race in the Western Conference.