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Minnesota Wild Open To Trading Jesper Wallstedt

The Minnesota Wild “would be open to dealing” top young netminder Jesper Wallstedt “if the right deal comes along,” The Athletic’s Michael Russo reported today.

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Elliotte Friedman backs up rumors the Wild could use a surprise player as trade bait

The Minnesota Wild could parlay the stellar rookie season Jesper Wallstedt is having into another blockbuster trade.

Kirill Kaprizov News / Bring Me The News / January 26

Kirill Kaprizov named NHL's first star after nine-point week

Wild superstar Kirill Kaprizov was named the NHL's First Star of the Week for his efforts as Minnesota went 2-1-1 last week. The 28-year-old scored three goals and registered six assists during Minnesota's four games last week.

Minnesota Wild News / Bring Me The News / January 26

Should the Wild trade goalie Jesper Wallstedt for a top-6 forward?

Bill Guerin and the Wild might have a fascinating decision to make on both sides of the Olympic roster freeze, prior to the NHL's March 6 trade deadline.

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The 'NHL Maurice Richard Trophy winners' quiz

How many of the Maurice Richard trophy winners since the award was first given out in 1998-99 can you name in five minutes?

The 'Hart Trophy winners since 1983' quiz

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The 'Multiple 50-goal seasons in NHL history' quiz

Minnesota Wild News / Daily Faceoff / January 26

Wild’s Marcus Foligno, PWHL players speak on ongoing tensions in Minnesota

Athletes are making their voice heard on a growing problem in the Twin Cities. Over the past month, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents have been involved in multiple civilian killings, with Renee Good and Alex Pretti losing their lives due to gunfire.

NHL News / Yardbarker

The 25 best NHL agitators of all-time

There's more to hockey than scoring goals and stopping pucks. For some players, putting up points came second to their main task: angering their opponents.

Minnesota Wild News / NHL Trade Talk / January 26

Fleury Now Wild’s Plan B in Wallstedt Trade Scenario?

The Minnesota Wild may have an unexpected contingency plan if trade talks involving top goaltending prospect Jesper Wallstedt heat up before the deadline.

Minnesota Wild News / Total Pro Sports / January 26

NHL Trade Rumors: Insider Says Wild Could Put Calder Trophy Candidate On The Trade Block To Land Impact Forward

The Minnesota Wild have been thriving ever since signing star defenseman Quinn Hughes from the Vancouver Canucks. Now, it appears the team wants to further strengthen its forward group as it looks to make a deep playoff run.

Minnesota Wild News / NHL Trade Talk / January 26

Insider Suggests Minnesota Wild Open to Trading Promising Young Goaltender

Minnesota Wild GM Bill Guerin has shown firsthand — most notably by trading four high-end assets for Quinn Hughes — just how willing he is to be aggressive and swing for the fences in an effort to compete with Central Division juggernauts in Colorado and Dallas.

Marc-Andre Fleury News / Athlon Sports / January 26

Marc-Andre Fleury Shares Career Update After NHL Retirement

Retired NHL goalie Marc-Andre Fleury spent just over three seasons with the Minnesota Wild, but his impact on the franchise and fanbase was unmistakable.

Minnesota Wild News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 25

Wild Reassign David Spacek

The Wild have reassigned defenseman David Spacek to AHL Iowa, the team announced. There is no corresponding move yet, although it could be an indication that Zach Bogosian will be ready to come off injured reserve for Tuesday’s game against the Blackhawks.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / January 26

Nylander-for-Wright? Why this blockbuster trade rumor feels off

The rumor mill has shifted its focus toward a potential blockbuster involving William Nylander and the Seattle Kraken. It is a mock trade gaining more traction than many originally expected.

Minnesota Wild News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 24

Wild To Activate Matt Boldy From Injured Reserve

The Wild are expected to activate winger Matt Boldy from injured reserve before tonight’s matchup against the Panthers, Joe Smith of The Athletic reports.

Matt Boldy News / Daily Faceoff / January 24

Wild’s Matt Boldy likely to return after missing four games

The Minnesota Wild appear likely to get a major boost to their lineup for Saturday night’s game, as head coach John Hynes told The Athletic‘s Joe Smith that he expects winger Matt Boldy to return to action.