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.