Feb 28, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Chicago Blackhawks left wing Nick Foligno (17) warms up before the game against the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Wild Get Nick Foligno in Trade with Blackhawks

Originally posted on Breakaway on SI
By Jennifer Streeter | Last updated Mar 6, 2026 12:01 PM ET

Per ESPN's Emily Kaplan , the Minnesota Wild are trading for Chicago Blackhawks captain Nick Foligno for future considerations.

This latest development comes with the NHL trade deadline being slated for 3:00 p.m. EST on March 6. Foligno, who is 38, currently wears the "C" for Chicago. The trade appears to be the Blackhawks wanting to provide Foligno with the opportunity to chase a Stanley Cup prior to retirement. No retention is being reported surrounding the deal, as Chicago currently does not have any retention spots left. Foligno's younger brother — Marcus — currently plays for the Wild.

The Minnesota Wild are nearing the top of the Central Division with 82 points; only the Dallas Stars and Colorado Avalanche are above them in the standings. Minnesota currently boats a 36-16-10 overall record.

The Wild are trading for Blackhawks captain Nick Foligno, where he can play with his brother Marcus per sources.

This is Chicago doing their captain a solid to chase a Cup. No retention (Blackhawks don’t have retention spots left)
— Emily Kaplan (@emilymkaplan) March 6, 2026

Nick is a New York native and was originally selected by the Ottawa Senators with the No. 28 overall pick back in 2006. He was traded to the Blackhawks by the Boston Bruins in June of 2023.

The left wing has 608 points across 1,270 games played in the league. This year Foligno has posted 11 points (three goals, eight assists) for Chicago.

Marcus — who is also a left wing — has also tallied 11 points on the year for Minnesota.

Chicago next sees action on the evening of March 6 against the Vancouver Canucks. Puck drop is slated for 8:30 p.m. EST.

This article first appeared on Breakaway on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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