Only Talking Carson Carels & Canucks Sleeper Picks feat: Tyson Cole

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In today's Locked On Canucks episode, we make the case for why Carson Carels should be the Vancouver Canucks' pick if he's available on draft day.

In a draft loaded with talented forwards, it might be tempting to chase offense—but elite, two-way defensemen are one of the hardest assets to acquire in the NHL. That's exactly why Carels deserves serious consideration.

The Prince George Cougars standout checks nearly every box. He's a smooth skater, an elite puck mover, a physical presence, and a player who can impact the game in every situation. After exploding for 73 points in 58 WHL games, Carels has cemented himself as one of the top defensemen in the 2026 NHL Draft class. Scouts believe he projects as a minute-munching defender who can quarterback a power play, kill penalties, and play against the opposition's best players.

For Vancouver, the fit is obvious.

The Canucks need another cornerstone on the blue line—someone who can grow into a top-pair role for the next decade. Pairing Carels with the organization's young defensive core could give Vancouver one of the most exciting blue lines in hockey for years to come.

👇 IN THIS VIDEO:

✔ Why Carson Carels could be the best player available

✔ His elite skating, puck-moving ability, and offensive upside

✔ Why NHL scouts are so high on his all-around game

✔ How he fits into the Canucks' long-term rebuild

✔ Why drafting a defenseman could be the smartest move Vancouver makes

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