Canucks general manager Patrik Allvin on Monday declined to address reports that forward J.T. Miller was nearly traded to the Rangers over the weekend.

Vancouver Canucks General Manager Patrik Allvin met with the media on Monday to discuss assorted topics midway through the season. Allvin began the media availability by giving his thoughts on where the organization is at 45 games into the season.

Vancouver Canucks general manager Patrik Allvin addressed swirling trade rumors involving J.T. Miller and Elias Pettersson during a midseason press conference on Monday. Allvin declined to shut down speculation while reaffirming his commitment to exploring moves to improve the team.

As a former defenceman, Patrik Allvin played to his strengths Monday. The Vancouver Canucks’ general manager was protective and praised his NHL club for grinding through an injury-riddled and inconsistent season,

If the Canucks and Boeser can’t come to an agreement before the summer, they risk losing him for nothing. That’s why he’s a candidate to be traded if there’s no new deal before the March 7 trade deadline. Canucks general manager Patrik Allvin has admitted as much in past interviews.

Vancouver Canucks general manager Patrik Allvin says he's open to making a trade — as long as the deal makes sense for the team.

NHL insider Elliotte Friedman reported on Sportsnet's "Saturday Headlines" that Pettersson has informed Canucks management that he "would like to stay" with the team, offering the franchise some clarity on his vantage point.