Minnesota Wild: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Wild Could Cement Playoff Spot with Win in Final Game vs. Mammoth

The Minnesota Wild have spent most of the season in playoff territory, and their matchup against the Utah Mammoth offers a chance to tighten their grip on third place in the Central Division.

Minnesota Wild News / Field Level Media / March 10

Foligno brothers to take home ice for Wild vs. Mammoth

Nick Foligno is ready to make his home-ice debut for the Minnesota Wild on Tuesday night against the Utah Mammoth. The 38-year-old veteran acknowledged that he might stay with his younger brother and new teammate, 34-year-old Marcus Foligno, while he acclimates to his new team.

Minnesota Wild News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 9

Wild’s biggest mistake at 2026 NHL trade deadline

The Minnesota Wild made one mistake at the trade deadline, but that doesn’t mean Bill Guerin’s plan was a disaster. In fact, if it wasn’t for the Colorado Avalanche’s late acquisition of Nazem Kadri, Guerin’s team might’ve been on ClutchPoints’ list of deadline winners.

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Minnesota Wild News / Daily Faceoff / March 9

How far can the Wild go in the playoffs?

The Minnesota Wild got off to a strong start this season, and general manager Bill Guerin solidified them as contenders when he landed superstar defenseman Quinn Hughes in a blockbuster trade.

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The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

NHL News / Bring Me The News / March 8

Wild pick up a point but fall to NHL-leading Avalanche in shootout

The Wild came tantalizingly close to beating the NHL's best team in their building for the second time in 11 days. In the end, the Colorado Avalanche emerged with a 3-2 shootout victory over Minnesota in a nationally-televised Sunday afternoon showdown in Denver.

Minnesota Wild News / Athlon Sports / March 8

Jack Hughes and U.S. Hockey Cards Surge Post-Olympics

When Team USA won gold medals in men's and women's hockey at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina, the achievement ignited massive interest in the hockey card market.

Minnesota Wild News / The Hockey Writers / March 7

Wild Bring In Exciting Players at 2026 Trade Deadline

The 2026 NHL Trade Deadline has come and gone, and the Minnesota Wild were fairly active, just not in the way everyone expected. On deadline day, Friday, Mar.

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 7

Wild get strong debut from Michael McCarron, topple Golden Knights

Filip Gustavsson made 29 saves and Michael McCarron had a goal and an assist in his Minnesota debut as the Wild beat the Vegas Golden Knights 4-2 on Friday in Las Vegas.

Nick Foligno News / Bring Me The News / March 6

Wild reunites the Foligno brothers in deadline day trade

The Wild have executed their second trade of the day, acquiring veteran winger Nick Foligno, who now gets to chase a Stanley Cup in Minnesota with his brother Marcus.

Minnesota Wild News / Last Word On Sports / March 6

The Minnesota Wild Wanted to Shed Some Salary and Florida Answered

With the trades the Minnesota Wild have been making, it got to the point where it was too much, apparently. Therefore, general manager Bill Guerin found a willing trade partner for their depth forward Vinnie Hinostroza.

Vinnie Hinostroza News / Daily Faceoff / March 6

Panthers acquire Vinnie Hinostroza from Wild

The Florida Panthers have reportedly acquired forward Vinnie Hinostroza from the Minnesota Wild in exchange for future considerations. Hinostroza, 31, has three goals and 10 points in 48 games with the Wild this season.

Vinnie Hinostroza News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 6

Panthers To Acquire Vinnie Hinostroza From Wild

The Panthers are acquiring winger Vinnie Hinostroza from the Wild for future considerations, Michael Russo of The Athletic reports. It clears a bit of a forward logjam for Minnesota, which has already acquired Bobby Brink and Nick Foligno in separate deals this morning.

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 6

Wild reunite Foligno brothers in Blackhawks trade

The Minnesota Wild have been active before the trade deadline, adding several pieces to their team, and they’re still finding ways to improve. Their latest move should mean a lot to Marcus Foligno, as the Wild acquired his brother in a trade, according to NHL insider Frank Seravalli.

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / March 6

Wild Acquire Brink From Flyers For Jiricek

The Minnesota Wild have acquired right winger Bobby Brink from the Philadelphia Flyers for defenseman David Jiricek, as per Elliotte Friedman. Brink, a playmaking winger suited for a team’s middle six, will give the Wild some additional offensive punch as they push toward the postseason.

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / March 6

Wild, Flyers Swap Young Talent in Deadline Deal

The Minnesota Wild aren't quite done adding to their roster before the 2026 NHL Trade Deadline passes. After already striking the biggest deal of the season by acquiring superstar defenseman Quinn Hughes, the Wild continue to be all-in on chasing the Stanley Cup this season.

Minnesota Wild News / Bring Me The News / March 5

Lights go out in middle of Minnesota boys' hockey tourney game

It was a wild scene when the lights went out inside Grand Casino Arena during the third period of Thursday's boys' high school hockey state tournament game between Minnetonka and Gentry Academy.

Minnesota Wild News / Last Word On Sports / March 5

The Minnesota Wild Take Advantage of the Sale in South Florida

The Minnesota Wild under general manager Bill Guerin‘s guidance have shown to be players, big players. Landing Quinn Hughes in a huge trade, the Kirill Kaprizov contract, and now, Jeff Petry.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 5