Respectful. Responsible. Resolute.

Those adjectives are easily applicable to Vancouver Canucks captain Quinn Hughes. He’s the product of a rich family sporting lineage, defined how his position has evolved from defensive diligence to offensive wizardry, and is the catalyst to drive the collective will to win.

It’s why his value to the Canucks has never been higher and why there’s speculation of what all this means in the big picture, especially if his club can’t travel a purposeful path back to the NHL playoffs. Hughes has two years left on a six-year, US$47.10 million extension that expires after the 2026-27 season.

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As much as this season is a barometer on what Hughes could be thinking — playing at some point with brothers Jac

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