Plus, with Miller being a lefthander, and Zibanejad a righthander, the two have been able to switch off on taking faceoffs, which has been to both players’ advantage. Miller takes draws when they are on his strong side, and Zibanejad takes them when they are on his.

“He’s just such a fun goalie to watch,” said Oettinger, who, like Quick, has worked with trainer Ben Prentiss in recent offseasons. “Our styles are obviously so different, and he’s so athletic. I started liking him even more once I got to train around him a little bit and got to know him a little bit. Everyone loves him.”

The Canucks were reportedly highly interested in acquiring Drew Fortescue, but got Victor Mancini from the Rangers instead.