«It means a great deal to me to be named captain of the Canucks,» Hughes said with immense pride. «When I came here 5 years ago, I knew what I was walking in to having grown up in Toronto; just a crazy hockey market and a passionate fan base. It has been a pleasure and treat to play for this franchise and to be the captain is something that is incredibly special and something that I couldn't ever imagine would happen.» - Hughes