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Wild Are a Leading Candidate to Land Dylan Larkin

The Minnesota Wild’s offseason continues to move along, and it just became much more interesting on Thursday, June 4 when it was announced that the Detroit Red Wings’ Dylan Larkin had requested a trade out of Detroit, and he listed three teams he would be willing to go to, and the Wild are one of them.

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Surprising contract for Wild role player might be harbinger of changing landscape

You probably weren't the only person surprised by the announcement of Michael McCarron's new six-year, $20 million contract with the Minnesota Wild.

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Michael McCarron News / Daily Faceoff / June 9

Michael McCarron contract another example of sticker shock in rising cap era

The Minnesota Wild reportedly signed center Michael McCarron to a six-year extension with a $3.3 million cap hit on Tuesday. While the extension itself wasn’t a surprise, as McCarron was just what the Wild needed in a bottom-six role, the price tag was certainly a shocker.

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Can you name every winner of the Hart Trophy, which honors the most valuable player in the NHL, since 1983?

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.

Minnesota Wild News / Field Level Media / June 9

Wild sign F Michael McCarron to 6-year contract

Pending unrestricted free agent Michael McCarron signed a six-year contract worth $20 million with the Minnesota Wild on Tuesday. The deal begins in the 2026-27 season and extends through the 2031-32 campaign.

Michael McCarron News / Daily Faceoff / June 9

Report: Wild sign McCarron to six-year contract extension

Minnesota Wild general manager Bill Guerin has been hard at work making sure his team’s roster stays where it needs to be to carry on as a Stanley Cup contender, and he got one more box marked off his offseason checklist on Tuesday.

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 9

Wild’s perfect trade offer for Rangers’ Vincent Trocheck

The Minnesota Wild had a very clear message from general manager Bill Guerin heading into the 2026 offseason: A top-six center is coming, one way or another.

Minnesota Wild News / Gone Puck Wild / June 9

Wild blockbuster trade rumors are distracting everyone from a massive problem

While everyone obsesses over the Wild trading for a 1C, another problem is lingering on the roster.

Michael McCarron News / Bring Me The News / June 9

Wild reportedly 'closing in' on deal to re-sign Michael McCarron

Forward Michael McCarron is reportedly nearing a deal to return to the Minnesota Wild. McCarron, 31, is set to be a free agent this summer. After a strong stint with the Wild, who acquired the towering winger at the deadline in March, McCarron was thought to have set himself up for a nice deal this offseason.

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Michael McCarron News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 8

Wild Closing In On Long-Term Deal With Michael McCarron

Last month, it was noted that the Wild and Michael McCarron had mutual interest on extending the forward’s stay in Minnesota. But one of the key sticking points in talks was McCarron’s understandable desire to get some term on his next deal, a luxury he has yet to have in the NHL; his longest contract was his entry-level deal back in 2013.

NHL News / Gone Puck Wild / June 8

Wild just missed out on a potential Dylan Larkin backup option

A 'Plan B' for the Wild solving their 1C problem this offseason just got taken off the board.

Dylan Larkin News / Bring Me The News / June 8

Wild believed to be on Dylan Larkin's initial three-team trade list

Last Thursday, when news broke that Detroit Red Wings center and captain Dylan Larkin had requested a trade, we wrote that he might be exactly what Bill Guerin and the Minnesota Wildhave been searching for.

Dylan Larkin News / Gone Puck Wild / June 7

Wild News: Latest Dylan Larkin trade rumors, potential playoff format change

It's already been a busy offseason for the Minnesota Wild, even if nothing much has actually happened yet. We all knew the rumor mill would be blowing some pre

Minnesota Wild News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 6

Free Agent Focus: Minnesota Wild

Free agency is just over a month away, and teams are looking ahead to when it opens. Even with the UFA crop being thinned out in recent months, there will be some quality veterans set to hit the open market in July, while many teams also have key restricted free agents to re-sign.

Dylan Larkin News / Gone Puck Wild / June 6

Here's what a Wild trade package for Dylan Larkin trade might look like

The Minnesota Wild are a perfect fit for center Dylan Larkin, who requested a trade from the Detroit Red Wings. But it might cost a lot to acquire him.

NHL News / Gone Puck Wild / June 5

Elliotte Friedman finally weighs in on Wild potentially trading for Dylan Larkin

In his latest episode of the 32 Thoughts Podcast, Sportsnet NHL insider Elliotte Friedman spoke positively about the Minnesota Wild's chances of trading for Detroit Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin.

Minnesota Wild News / Gone Puck Wild / June 5

Wild's first big offseason departure shows major changes are coming

Marcus Johansson's departure could be the beginning of a busy summer for the Minnesota Wild.

Marcus Johansson News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 5

Marcus Johansson Signs In Sweden

Longtime NHL forward Marcus Johansson has signed with Färjestad BK of the SHL, the team announced today, departing the Minnesota Wild. The news was confirmed by Michael Russo of The Athletic. One decade since his breakout 24 goal campaign, the 35-year-old has bounced around several teams since then as a moderate contributor.

Minnesota Wild News / Daily Faceoff / June 4

Wild’s Marcus Foligno wins 2026 King Clancy Memorial Trophy

Minnesota Wild alternate captain Marcus Foligno has been named the 2026 winner of the King Clancy Memorial Trophy, given each year “to the player who best

Minnesota Wild News / The Hockey Writers / May 28

Wild 2025-26 Report Cards: Filip Gustavsson

The Minnesota Wild’s offseason continues to move along, as does the NHL’s postseason. The end of a season means it’s time for each player to receive their grade reports for the past season.

NHL News / Trade Talk Sports / May 28

Cale Makar is dealing with a 'pretty significant' injury

Cale Makar and the Colorado Avalanche were eliminated in shocking fashion on Tuesday night, swept away by the Vegas Golden Knights in the Western Conference Finals after cruising through the first two rounds of these playoffs.

Filip Gustavsson News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 27

Wild rumors: Minnesota’s ‘Plan B’ to acquire top C after Filip Gustavsson injury

It’s no secret that the Minnesota Wild are looking to take another step forward after winning a playoff round for the first time in over a decade. General manager Bill Guerin hasn’t been afraid to make aggressive moves, and Minnesota appears intent on upgrading down the middle ahead of the 2026-27 campaign.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / May 27

Minnesota Wild trade tiers, and the Buffalo Sabres may need to shed salary

Michael Russo and Joe Smith of The Athletic: Looking at the Minnesota Wild trade tiers heading into the offseason. Who could the Wild make available? Not going anywhere – Matt Boldy, Kirill Kaprizov, Brock Faber, and Quinn Hughes.

Quinn Hughes News / NHL Trade Talk / May 20

Did Guerin Just Hint at the Wild Possibly Trading Quinn Hughes?

The Minnesota Wild will look to take another step next season after a strong 2025-26 run that ended in a playoff loss to the dominant Colorado Avalanche.

Filip Gustavsson News / Field Level Media / May 18

Wild G Filip Gustavsson to undergo hip surgery

Minnesota Wild goaltender Filip Gustavsson will undergo hip surgery and it is unclear whether he'll be recovered in time for training camp. Wild general manager Bill Guerin surmised on Monday that the surgery would take place "as soon as possible." Guerin said the injury was the wear-and-tear type and wasn't sustained in any one situation.

NHL News / Yardbarker / May 12

Avalanche spread the wealth in Game 4 win over Wild

The Colorado Avalanche continue to spread the wealth these Stanley Cup Playoffs. On Monday, the Avalanche took a commanding 3-1 Western Conference second-round series lead over the Minnesota Wild with a 5-2 road victory.

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