New Delhi, June 25 -- The Vancouver Canucks acquired winger Evander Kane from their rivals, the Edmonton Oilers, in exchange for a fourth-round draft pick in a stunning trade. The deal marks a homecoming for the 34-year-old, who grew up in British Columbia and played junior hockey for the Vancouver Giants. Kane has shared a post thanking his former team and expressing excitement about his new endeavors.

The Canucks acquired Kane in exchange for a fourth-round pick (117th overall) in the upcoming NHL draft. It was originally Ottawa's, which Edmonton had previously sent to Vancouver for Vasily Podkolzin.

Vancouver will take on Kane's full $5.125 million cap hit through the 2025-26 season. On the other hand, Edmonton will gain significant ...