This year is said to be one of the busiest and biggest trade deadlines for the NHL. There are a lot more big names in the discussion this season than they're used to. Another high-profile name was added to the mix on Wednesday night in Vancouver Canucks center, Ryan Kesler. It was said if Kesler becomes available then it could change the entire dynamic of the trade deadline. Of course that did not stop him though, Kesler was the second big name that week that has asked for a trade, along with Martin St. Louis. The big controversy is that he said himself that he never asked for a trade, but who really knows what to believe. Though people are saying he never requested it, it is still underway and is very likely to happen. This situation may seem very complicated, though, considering that Kesler is currently injured and dealing with a hand issue. Apparently he always seems to be injured but just plays through it. He is one of the best centermen in the league. It seems to be that the Canucks would rather have a younger center, someone who could take Kesler's place in the future. This in fact makes the situation very difficult. But, who would want to give up Kesler, someone who leads the Canucks in goals this season with 20 in 60 games and holding 18 assists. He also plays more minutes than any other forward in Vancouver. Gillis, the Canucks manager, is troubled with the task of trying to find someone just as good as Kesler, if he even has to. Who knows if Kesler will move to the Blackhawks or stay with Vancouver.
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