It was indicated earlier that the Canucks did not wish to retain any salary, though a new information has surfaced on social media regarding the subject. Darren Dreger reported that the Canucks response to the possibility of retaining salary was the following:
A trade proposal with the Devils showed Alexander Holtz coming the other way around for Boeser and a 30% salary retention. If the Canucks want to move Boeser and have a decent return, should they consider this path?