Canucks acquire goaltender DeSmith from Canadiens for forward Pearson

Canucks traded forward Tanner Pearson and 2025 third-round pick to Canadiens for goaltender Casey DeSmith.
Pearson had struggled this season with just one goal in 14 games before being injured.
DeSmith had 15 wins in 35 games for the Penguins last season with a 3.17 GAA.
Trade gives Canucks goaltending depth and flexibility while Canadiens gain draft assets.
Move also creates salary cap space for the Canadiens.