The Vancouver Canucks are starting to build a strong prospect pool. Whether through the draft, trade or free agency, there are quite a few prospects who could make an impact at the NHL level sooner rather than later. Here is a look at the top ten prospects in Vancouver's system heading into the 2025 NHL Entry Draft.
*Note: To qualify for this list, players must be 23 or under and have played fewer than 25 combined NHL regular season and postseason games. Players are ranked based on age, position, league, and overall performance during the 2024-25 season.
Players featured on the "Post 2025 NHL Trade Deadline Edition" that are no longer eligible:
- Victor Mancini
- Elias Pettersson
Honourable Mention: Vilmer Alriksson- Abbotsford Canucks, AHL
LW, 6'6', 214 lbs- 107th Overall in 2023
Vilmer Alriksson had a tough conclusion to the 2024-25 season. The Brampton Steelheads' winger suffered a season-ending injury in early February and finished the campaign with 35 points in 43 games. With an entire off-season to train and get healthy, do not be surprised if Alriksson has a massive 2025-26 season in the OHL.
10. Josh Bloom- Abbotsford Canucks, AHL
LW, 6'2", 185 lbs- Trade With Sabres
Josh Bloom was a standout in the ECHL this season. The 22-year-old had 39 points in 43 games and was one of two players on the Kalamazoo Wings to record 20 goals. With a full year of pro hockey now under his belt, Bloom looks ready to make the jump full-time to the AHL.
9. Danila Klimovich- Abbotsford Canucks, AHL
RW, 6'2", 203 lbs- 41st Overall in 2021
This season has shown just why Danila Klimovich is such a polarizing prospect. He scored 25 goals for the Abbotsford Canucks, but has played only 10 games during the Calder Cup Playoffs. If Klimovich can find more consistency in his game, he might earn an NHL call-up before his contract expires at the end of next season.
8. Riley Patterson- Barrie Colts, OHL
C, 6'0", 192 lbs- 125th Overall in 2024
Riley Patterson followed up his strong regular season with a productive post-season run. In 16 games, he had 12 points along with 38 shots on goal. Projected to return to the Barrie Colts in 2025-26, Patterson has the potential to surpass the point-per-game mark for the first time in his OHL career.
7. Anthony Romani- Michigan State University, NCAA
C, 6'0", 185 lbs- 162nd Overall in 2024
Anthony Romani was electric during the 2025 OHL Playoffs. In 16 games, he had 24 points, which included a team-high 12 goals. The question now is, will Romani be able to keep up his high production when he moves to the NCAA next season?
6. Sawyer Mynio- Abbotsford Canucks, AHL
LD, 6'1", 173 lbs- 89th Overall in 2023
Sawyer Mynio had an impressive post-season in the WHL. He recorded six assists in 11 games and was used in all situations by the Calgary Hitmen. While Mynio can return to the WHL next year, it is very likely that he makes the jump to the pro level and plays the 2025-26 season in either Abbotsford or Kalamazoo.
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5. Ty Young- Abbotsford Canucks, AHL
G, 6'3", 183 lbs- 144th Overall in 2022
Ty Young had a season to remember in the ECHL. He went 10-9-2 while posting two shutouts and a save percentage of .926. While there is a crowded crease in the Canucks system, it will not be shocking if Young spends the year in Abbotsford.
4. Ty Mueller, Abbotsford Canucks, AHL
C, 5'11", 185 lbs- 105th Overall in 2023
Ty Mueller continues to impress at the AHL level. After a successful rookie campaign, he has stepped up in the post-season, recording eight points in 18 games. A key piece of the Canucks roster during the 2025 Calder Cup Playoffs, Mueller should get some call-ups to the NHL next season.
3. Kirill Kudryavtsev- Abbotsford Canucks, AHL
LD, 5'11", 200 lbs- 208th Overall in 2022
Kirill Kudryavtsev is the definition of a late-round steal. The 21-year-old has thrived in the AHL this year and is currently tied for the post-season plus/minus lead at +13. While he may not get the spotlight on a nightly basis, Kudryavtsev's play is a big reason why Abbotsford is headed to the Calder Cup Final.
2. Jonathan Lekkerimäki- Abbotsford Canucks, NHL
RW, 5'11", 172 lbs- 15th Overall in 2022
While Jonathan Lekkerimäki has struggled during the post-season, he is still the Canucks best forward prospect in the system. He is a potential game-breaker and has shown in the past that he can step up on the biggest stage. Projected to play in Vancouver's middle-six next season, Lekkerimäki will need to find a way to be productive both at even strength and on the power play in 2025-26.
1. Tom Willander- Vancouver Canucks, NHL
RD, 6'1", 180 lbs- 11th Overall in 2023
The Canucks top prospect heading into the 2025 NHL Entry Draft is defenceman Tom Willander. After a strong NCAA career, Willander signed his ELC in May and is expected to compete for a spot on the NHL roster. Regardless of whether he starts next season in the NHL or AHL, Willander has the potential to be an important part of this organization for years to come.
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