Rutherford is coming in with something of a 'blank slate'.....other than Hughes, Pettersson, Demko and maybe young guys like Podkolzin and Hoglander, there are no sacred cows on this roster. That basically means that anyone else on this team could be dealt if the deal improves the hockey club long term.
And that list of trade chips could well include the likes of Garland, Boeser and Horvat....they aren't 'untouchable' and nor should they be. I could easily see one or two of them, maybe even all three, included in some sort of blockbuster trades. Both Boeser and Horvat will need new contracts, and based on the way they're currently producing, the Canucks can't afford them if the mandate is also to open up more cap room.
Clear the decks....it's over to 'Trader Jim'.