Coyotes Acquire Defenseman Heshka from Canucks

The Phoenix Coyotes added another player to their roster on the second day of the 2009 draft by acquiring defenseman Shaun Heshka from the Vancouver Canucks in exchange for Phoenix's 7th round pick in the 2009 draft. The Canucks used the pick to select left wing Steven Anthony. In 77 games last season with Manitoba of the AHL, Heshka scored three goals and 23 assists for 26 points. He has yet to appear in an NHL game. Like the Sami Lepisto trade, this is a depth move for the Coyotes. However, Heshka has the potential to become a top-six defenseman with an offensive edge, so this could be a decent move for Phoenix down the road if he lives up to his potential.