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A Wild extension would put even more pressure on John Hynes

All eyes are focused on the Minnesota Wild’s contract negotiations with Quinn Hughes, but another important negotiation that is happening behind the scenes involves head coach John Hynes. Hynes is entering the final year of his contract and it feels like a big year as the Wild have championship-level expectations.

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Report: Wild nearing extension for head coach John Hynes

The Wild are reportedly nearing an extension for head coach John Hynes, according to The Athletic’s Michael Russo. “The Wild are closing in on extending coach John Hynes, who is entering the final year of his contract, per league sources who are speaking on the condition of anonymity to discuss non-public negotiations,” Russo reported on Tuesday.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 26

Update On Quinn Hughes Contract Negotiations

The conversation keeps rolling in Minnesota. That is, the one that the Wild are having with Quinn Hughes regarding his next contract, which, according to Michael Russo of The Athletic, is still ongoing with Hughes’ agent Pat Brisson on a regular basis.

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The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"

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Dylan Larkin News / Gone Puck Wild / August 26

Former Wild executive could add another twist to their Dylan Larkin plans

Andrew Thomas's past with the Minnesota Wild could be another strange chapter in negotiations to acquire Dylan Larkin.

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The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000

The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.

Quinn Hughes News / Athlon Sports / August 26

Quinn Hughes Extension Update Emerges Amid Wild Trade Rumors

The Minnesota Wild have spent much of the offseason trying to settle the future of their most important defenseman before another season begins. Star blueliner

Minnesota Wild News / NHL on ClutchPoints / August 26

Wild rumors: Minnesota shuts down Quinn Hughes trade buzz ‘invented BS by bloggers’

Quinn Hughes has had a hectic seven months. He navigated a trade from the Vancouver Canucks to the Minnesota Wild, scored the game-winning goal versus Sweden en route to helping the United States win its first men’s ice hockey Olympics gold medal since 1980, and he then played a massive role in the Wild’s first playoff series victory in 11 years.

John Hynes News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 25

Minnesota Wild Nearing Extension With John Hynes

The Minnesota Wild are “closing in on extending” head coach John Hynes, reports Michael Russo of The Athletic. Hynes is entering the final year of his contract but it appears Minnesota isn’t going to have him coach with just a single season left on his deal.

Peter Thome News / Daily Faceoff / August 25

Wild sign Peter Thome as emergency backup goalie

A rather unique announcement in the State of Hockey. On Tuesday, Minnesota Wild general manager Bill Guerin announced that Peter Thome has been signed as the team’s new emergency backup goalie, as well as hockey operations analyst.

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The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

Quinn Hughes News / NHL Trade Talk / August 25

Has Hughes’ ‘Partying’ Created a Contract Situation Few Saw Coming?

On the latest edition of the 32 Thoughts Podcast, NHL insider Elliotte Friedman says he didn’t expect Quinn Hughes‘ extension talks with the Minnesota Wild to stretch out this long.

Minnesota Wild News / NHL Rumors / August 25

2026-27 Minnesota Wild Season Preview

The Minnesota Wild enter the 2026–27 season with expectations to push for another deep playoff run. The Wild’s basically only big move this offseason came in early July when they traded for Blake Coleman and Olli Maatta.

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Quinn Hughes News / Gone Puck Wild / August 24

Wild have little reason to help Devils fans complete their Quinn Hughes dream

While New Jersey Devils fans are dreaming over Quinn Hughes, it wouldn't make much sense for the Minnesota Wild to trade him.

Minnesota Wild News / The Hockey Writers / August 24

Wild’s Best-Case Scenarios for 2026-27

The last few weeks of summer are moving along quickly, which means the NHL season is approaching. The Minnesota Wild have a lot of promise with their roster, and although they’ve made a few changes, there’s still excitement.

Dylan Larkin News / Gone Puck Wild / August 22

Wild may need to accept the reality of the Dylan Larkin situation

With the Detroit Red Wings an absolute mess, Dylan Larkin may not get his wish to be traded to the Minnesota Wild.

Minnesota Wild News / Bring Me The News / August 21

What's the best NHL arena? Grand Casino Arena is in the running

Hopes are high in downtown St. Paul. The Minnesota Wild had an excellent regular season and finally made it out of the first round of the playoffs last year.

Vladimir Tarasenko News / Daily Faceoff / August 21

When will Vladimir Tarasenko sign with a team?

We’re less than a month away from NHL training camps getting started, and despite scoring 23 goals for the Minnesota Wild last season, Vladimir Tarasenko has yet to be signed.

Minnesota Wild News / Gone Puck Wild / August 21

The Wild’s championship window has a troubling flaw

Building a supporting cast for the Minnesota Wild's championship core has become Bill Guerin's biggest priority.

Minnesota Wild News / The Hockey Writers / August 20

Bold Predictions for the 2026-27 Minnesota Wild

NHL training camps will be getting underway in about a month, which means the start of the season is not far behind. News around the NHL has been slow

Minnesota Wild News / Bring Me The Sports / August 18

Wild farm system drops in latest league rankings

In a prominent annual farm system ranking, the Wild have dropped to the lowest ranking in Bill Guerin’s time as general manager. The Athletic’s Corey Pronman annually ranks each NHL team’s farm system.

Minnesota Wild News / The Hockey Writers / August 18

Wild Need to Fix 3 Things to Be Successful This Season

After a pretty disappointing finish to last season, the Minnesota Wild will be looking to redeem themselves and try to have a long run in the postseason.

Kirill Kaprizov News / Daily Faceoff / August 18

Wild’s Kirill Kaprizov named top-rated left winger in EA Sports NHL 27

One of the most dynamic players in the game today is being recognized in the virtual world. On Tuesday, EA Sports released the forward ratings for EA Sports NHL 27.

Vladimir Tarasenko News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 10

Free Agent Profile: Vladimir Tarasenko

After achieving the ninth 20-goal season of his career, winger Vladimir Tarasenko is still looking for a new home for the 2026-27 season. Although there was some indication that he would sign an extension with the Minnesota Wild, Tarasenko changed his representation in late June, indicating that he would test the free agent market instead.