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Minnesota Wild Can’t Turn Kirill Kaprizov into Marian Gaborik 2.0

It would be a bad look if the Minnesota Wild let Kirill Kaprizov walk into free agency in the summer of 2026. Now, it is the players’ prerogative to do so.

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Kirill Kaprizov News / Athlon Sports / September 15

Kirill Kaprizov Would 'Love' Tampa Bay Lightning, Says NHL Insider

The ongoing situation around Minnesota Wild star Kirill Kaprizov remains one of the more intriguing parts of the NHL offseason. Kaprizov reportedly turned down a massive contract extension from Minnesota, sparking all sorts of trade rumors to arise.

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Getting to 500 NHL goals is not as rare as it used to be, but it certainly still is not commonplace. Heading into the 2025-26 season, 48 players have done it.

NHL News / Yardbarker / September 15

Rangers in no rush to extend key winger — and that could spell bad news for Wild

The New York Rangers and the key left winger don't seem to be in a rush to advance contract-extension talks, and the reason could directly impact the Minnesota Wild.

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Kirill Kaprizov News / NHL Trade Talk / September 15

Insider Reveals Stunning Details on Kaprizov’s Future and Wild Offer

Kirill Kaprizov’s contract saga in Minnesota has become one of the biggest storylines in the NHL, and Elliotte Friedman believes there’s far more going on than meets the eye.

Minnesota Wild News / The Hockey Writers / September 15

3 Takeaways From the Wild’s 3-2 Win in Game 2 of Prospect Showcase

The final game of the Tom Kurvers Prospect Showcase weekend featured the Minnesota Wild and Chicago Blackhawks on Sunday afternoon, Sept. 14, at the Wild’s practice rink, TRIA Rink.

Adam Benak News / Gone Puck Wild / September 14

Recent draft pick has a terrific debut at Wild's prospect showcase

Adam Benak could be the proverbial diamond in the mid-round rough.

Kirill Kaprizov News / The Hockey Writers / September 14

Sharks Should Avoid Kaprizov Trade Talk Right Now

Just because the NHL offseason is almost over doesn’t mean we don’t have time for a few more plot twists. The newest development came when Minnesota Wild star forward Kirill Kaprizov rejected an extension that would have given him the largest contract in NHL history, leaving his future with his current team uncertain.

Kirill Kaprizov News / Athlon Sports / September 13

NHL Analyst Questions Kirill Kaprizov's Worth After Reported $128 Million Wild Offer

Kirill Kaprizov’s contract saga with the Minnesota Wild drew sharp criticism this week after reports suggested he turned down the largest deal in NHL history.

Kirill Kaprizov News / Breakaway on SI / September 13

Where Would Wild Superstar Accept Trade To?

Following the news breaking that Kirill Kaprizov rejected a massive contract extension offer from the Minnesota Wild, speculation began to spread that the organization may look to move the scoring winger.

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NHL News / Athlon Sports / September 13

Why Connor McDavid and Kirill Kaprizov Are Quiet: Insider Links Delays to Waiting Game

The futures of the Edmonton Oilers' Connor McDavid and the Minnesota Wild's Kirill Kaprizov have fueled speculation all summer, and that won't stop until they put pen to paper.

Minnesota Wild News / The Hockey Writers / September 13

3 Takeaways From Wild’s 6-4 Loss in Game 1 of Prospect Showcase

With training camp slated to start next week, the NHL season is upon us, and this weekend, the Minnesota Wild’s prospects had a chance to show their skills in the Tom Kurvers Prospect Showcase.

Kirill Kaprizov News / Gone Puck Wild / September 12

Wild-Kaprizov saga offers new, encouraging details

The ongoing saga between the Minnesota Wild and Kirill Kaprizov has offered new and encouraging details amid heightened uncertainty.

Marc-Andre Fleury News / Gone Puck Wild / September 12

Former Wild netminder signs unique PTO deal

Last season, Minnesota Wild goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury appeared in 26 games posting a respectable 14-9-1 record as he embarked on a retirement tour of the lea

Minnesota Wild News / Bring Me The News / September 12

Wild, Kaprizov contract talks at a 'standstill,' insider says

The Minnesota Wild officially open training camp in less than a week, and drama surrounding Kirill Kaprizov's contract remains in the spotlight. Earlier this week, NHL insider Frank Seravalli reported that Kaprizov turned down an offer from the Wild that would've made him the richest player in NHL history.

Minnesota Wild News / NHL Trade Talk / September 12

Kaprizov Standoff with Wild Linked To McDavid’s Upcoming Deal

Kirill Kaprizov’s contract negotiations with the Minnesota Wild have become one of the NHL’s most closely watched storylines, taking over the front-page talk of Connor McDavid taking his time to make his own extension decision.

Marc-Andre Fleury News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 12