Caleb Malhotra Drafted Third Overall

Caleb Malhotra, son of coach Manny, was drafted 3rd overall in 2026. Local BC connection and comparisons to Quinn Hughes generate excitement for the rebuild. He was also at Team Canada camp. A new article highlighted an awkward draft room video where the Canucks' table looked disappointed when Stenberg went third overall before they picked Malhotra, fueling skepticism but not diminishing Malhotra's long-term potential.