Caleb Malhotra Drafted by Canucks

NHL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 28, 2026 · 1m

Caleb Malhotra, the 18-year-old center drafted third overall by the Vancouver Canucks, is living his dream—literally playing alongside his dad, Manny Malhotra, who once wore the Canucks’ jersey and now coaches in the NHL. Caleb’s standout OHL season, where he racked up 84 points in 68 games, made this pick even more meaningful. The emotional moment after his draft announcement, when he hugged his dad, captured a full-circle moment for a kid who once begged his mom to sign him up for the Canucks so he could play with his father. Caleb credits Manny for his development, even coaching him…