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Apr 20, 2026; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Ottawa Senators left wing Brady Tkachuk (7) comes off the ice after the warmups before the game against the Carolina Hurricanes in game two of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

Rumors

Wild might be preparing to make a Brady Tkachuk-sized mistake this offseason

Chris Schad

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11:22 AM EDT

Rumors

Here's what a Jesper Wallstedt trade package might look like

Chris Schad

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9:47 AM EDT

Rumors

Wild fans may have to hit panic button on Quinn Hughes

Scott Rogust

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7:07 AM EDT

Rumors

Wild might be forced to trade a promising young prospect this offseason

Chris Schad

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May 27, 2026

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Jan 8, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Minnesota Wild goalie Jesper Wallstedt (30) looks on in between plays in the second period against the Seattle Kraken at Climate Pledge Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Ng-Imagn Images

Jesper Wallstedt's future with the Wild has already taken a turn

Chris Schad

Jan 21, 2026; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Pittsburgh Penguins center Evgeni Malkin (71) against the Calgary Flames during the first period at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images

Evgeni Malkin just threw a wrench in the Wild's free agency plan

Chris Schad

Apr 5, 2026; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; New Jersey Devils center Nico Hischier (13) looks on against the Montreal Canadiens during the third period at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images

A major Wild trade target could become available very soon

Chris Schad

Apr 28, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Minnesota Wild defenseman Quinn Hughes (43) skates against the Dallas Stars in game five of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Wild could reap hidden benefit from a Quinn Hughes extension

Chris Schad

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Apr 25, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby (87) against the Philadelphia Flyers during the first period in game four of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

Wild's free agent backup plan may have been foiled by Sidney Crosby

Chris Schad

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May 22, 2026

Mar 29, 2025; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Wild head coach John Hynes watches play against the New Jersey Devils in the second period at Xcel Energy Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images

Wild appear ready to move on from at least one veteran defenseman

Chris Schad

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May 21, 2026

Apr 8, 2026; San Jose, California, USA; Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid (97) warms up before the game against the San Jose Sharks at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images

Wild just got floated as a potential landing spot for a Connor McDavid trade

Chris Schad

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May 21, 2026

Apr 20, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Minnesota Wild goaltender Jesper Wallstedt (30) looks on during the game between the Stars and the Wild in game two of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Elliotte Friedman drops the first Jesper Wallstedt trade rumor of the offseason

Chris Schad

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May 20, 2026

Injuries

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Feb 26, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Minnesota Wild center Joel Eriksson Ek (14) in the first period against the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

Wild get less than ideal news about Joel Eriksson Ek ahead of Game 4 vs. Colorado

Scott Rogust

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May 11, 2026

Apr 18, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Minnesota Wild center Joel Eriksson Ek (14) celebrates his gaol against the Dallas Stars in the first period in game one of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

Wild finally get a key injury update on Joel Eriksson Ek ahead of Game 3

Chris Schad

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May 8, 2026

Nov 3, 2018; St. Louis, MO, USA; Minnesota Wild center Joel Eriksson Ek (14) talks with defenseman Jonas Brodin (25) during the second period against the St. Louis Blues at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

Wild can't use injuries as an excuse for not stepping up in NHL Playoffs

Chris Schad

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May 8, 2026

Feb 26, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Minnesota Wild center Joel Eriksson Ek (14) in the first period against the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

Wild get a nightmare Joel Eriksson Ek and Jonas Brodin injury update at exactly the wrong time

Scott Rogust

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May 7, 2026

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History

Kaprizov sets record in Wild's victory over Capitals

Justin Godfrey

Prospects

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Feb 25, 2025; Storrs, CT, USA; UConn defenseman Viking Gustafsson Nyberg (6) warms up before the game against Boston U at Toscano Family Ice Forum. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images

Yes, Wild fans will get to see Viking Gustafsson Nyberg make his NHL debut soon

Scott Rogust

NHL: JAN 19 Wild at Maple Leafs

With rumors swirling, there are some players the Wild could part with in another blockbuster trade

Justin Godfrey

Preliminary Round - Group B, Game 2 Denmark vs Finland - 2026 IIHF World Junior Hockey Championship

Minnesota Wild prospects play key role in their team's success at the World Juniors

Justin Godfrey

Mar 7, 2025; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Minnesota Wild defenseman David Jiricek (55) skates during warm up prior to a game against the Vancouver Canucks at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images

The Wild's gamble on their prospects is not paying off

Justin Godfrey

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May 13, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Minnesota Wild right wing Ryan Hartman (38) warms up before game five against the Colorado Avalanche in the second round of the 2026 Stanely Cup Playoffs at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

Stanley Cup Playoffs

Wild blowing it in Game 5 against Avs hurts even more now

Chris Schad

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May 21, 2026

Dec 13, 2025; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Wild general manger Bill Guerin addresses the media about acquiring defensemen Quinn Hughes via trade from the Vancouver Canucks before a game against the Ottawa Senators at Grand Casino Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Wosika-Imagn Images

Bill Guerin has made up his mind about John Hynes’ future as Wild head coach…for now

Scott Rogust

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May 20, 2026

Apr 28, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Minnesota Wild defenseman Quinn Hughes (43) skates against the Dallas Stars in game five of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

NHL insider leaves another breadcrumb toward Quinn Hughes staying with Wild

Chris Schad

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May 20, 2026

Sep 26, 2025; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Vancouver Canucks head coach Adam Foote on the bench against the Seattle Kraken in the first period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images

Adam Foote's firing brings golden opportunity for former Wild prospects

Chris Schad

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May 20, 2026

Dec 13, 2025; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Wild general manger Bill Guerin addresses the media about acquiring defensemen Quinn Hughes via trade from the Vancouver Canucks before a game against the Ottawa Senators at Grand Casino Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Wosika-Imagn Images

Wild News

Bill Guerin paid heartfelt tribute to Jessi Pierce during Wild season-end interview

Chris Schad

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May 19, 2026

Feb 2, 2026; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Wild goaltender Filip Gustavsson (32) reacts after Minnesota Wild center Joel Eriksson Ek (not pictured) scores against the Montreal Canadiens in the first period at Grand Casino Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images

Rumors

Unexpected Filip Gustavsson update just threw a wrench in Bill Guerin's offseason agenda

Chris Schad

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May 19, 2026

May 3, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Minnesota Wild defenseman Quinn Hughes (43) warms up before game one against the Colorado Avalanche of the second round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Quinn Hughes extension and other offseason moves the Wild can’t afford to miss on

Scott Rogust

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May 19, 2026

Mar 24, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; Minnesota Wild defenseman Quinn Hughes (43) warms up before a game against the before a game against the Tampa Bay Lightning at Benchmark International Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Bill Guerin is determined to trade for one of Quinn Hughes’ brothers

Chris Schad

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May 18, 2026

May 3, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Colorado Avalanche head coach Jared Bednar and a fan dressed as Bednar look on during the second period against the Dallas Stars in game seven of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

It sure sounds like the Avalanche took a massive shot at the Wild after ending their season

Chris Schad

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May 18, 2026

Pittsburgh Penguins center and future Hall of Famer Evgeni Malkin is a potential free agent target for the Minnesota Wild. (Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images)

Rumors

Wild linked to Evgeni Malkin in free agency, and it's a perfect fit waiting to happen

Scott Rogust

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May 18, 2026

Nov 4, 2025; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Wild head coach John Hynes watches play against the Nashville Predators in the third period at Grand Casino Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images

Rumors

It turns out the Wild avoided a massively bad trade at the deadline

Chris Schad

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May 17, 2026

May 9, 2026; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Wild goaltender Jesper Wallstedt (30) reacts to a play against the Colorado Avalanche in the third period of game three of the second round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Grand Casino Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images

Rumors

Jesper Wallstedt sure sounds like a guy who thinks he might be traded this offseason

Chris Schad

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May 16, 2026

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