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Vancouver Canucks Free Agency: 5 Reasons UFAs Will Sign Here

By Sarah Laug

Apr 15, 2015; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Vancouver Canucks fans celebrate forward Bo Horvat (53) goal against Calgary Flames goaltender Jonas Hiller (1) (not pictured) during the second period in game one of the first round of the the 2015 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Anne-Marie Sorvin-USA TODAY Sports
Apr 15, 2015; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Vancouver Canucks fans celebrate forward Bo Horvat (53) goal against Calgary Flames goaltender Jonas Hiller (1) (not pictured) during the second period in game one of the first round of the the 2015 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Anne-Marie Sorvin-USA TODAY Sports /
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Mar 12, 2016; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Vancouver Canucks forward Daniel Sedin (22) celebrates his goal with forward Henrik Sedin (33) during the third period at Rogers Arena. The Vancouver Canucks won 4-2. Mandatory Credit: Anne-Marie Sorvin-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 12, 2016; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Vancouver Canucks forward Daniel Sedin (22) celebrates his goal with forward Henrik Sedin (33) during the third period at Rogers Arena. The Vancouver Canucks won 4-2. Mandatory Credit: Anne-Marie Sorvin-USA TODAY Sports /

The Vancouver Canucks have their work cut out for them this off-season following a season full of hardships, including the signing of unrestricted free agents.

Yes, it is true that the Canucks are coming off a less than memorable 2015-16 season. And yes, it is also true that Jim Benning has work cut out for himself this off-season between the upcoming draft, free agency frenzy and solidifying the roster heading towards next season.

The 2015-16 regular season was one that was at times was difficult to watch as a fan, but it was also one that was more geared towards development while providing glimpses of hope for the future.

The aim for the 2016-17 season is to put the focus on developing with the drive to win on a nightly basis. The veterans will look to step up and inspire each and every young player on the bench with that desire to win and put their best game on the ice every night.

Today we are going to look at the positives with five reasons why unrestricted free agents will be lured to sign with Vancouver over the summer.

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