The Phoenix Coyotes continued to be the most active team during the NHL trade deadline day by adding more depth on the blueline with the addition of Vancouver Canucks defenseman Mathieu Schneider for defensive prospect Sean Zimmerman and a conditional sixth-round pick in 2010.

Schneider, 40, was one of the most talented offensive defensemen in the NHL during his prime and still adds skill on the power play despite being on the tail end of his career.

The Manhattan, New York native brings extensive playoff experience as he has played in 111 postseason games and own a Stanley cup with Montreal in 1993. The two-time all star has also played in three Olympics, so he has plenty of big-game experience.

Schneider had just 5 points in 17 games with the Canucks, and had been playing for their AHL team, the Manitoba Moose, since clearing waivers Jan. 2. In eight AHL games, he had 3 goals and 5 points. In 1281 career NHL games, Schneider has 739 points on 223 goals and 516 assists. He also has 100 career power-play goals.

Schneider was signed by Vancouver to a one-year deal for $1.5 million, so the Coyotes are not making a major financial commitment with this addition.

The Coyotes mark the 10th NHL team Schneider has played for during his 21-year career.

Zimmerman, 22, has appeared in 54 games with San Antonio (AHL) this season, recording 2-5-7 and 75 PIM. In 163 career AHL games with Albany, Lowell and San Antonio, Zimmerman has collected 4-11-15 and 158 PIM.

Phoenix reacquired Boston defenseman Derek Morris and Colorado forward Wojtek Wolski earlier in the day.