Jacob Middleton: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

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The Minnesota Wild’s offseason wasn’t as busy as some fans expected, but one of the moves they did make was trading Jacob Middleton to the Calgary Flames.

NHL News / The Win Column / September 1

Predicting the Calgary Flames lineup: Defence

The Calgary Flames enter the 2026–27 season with a defence corps that looks dramatically different from the group that began last season. After trading

NHL News / The Win Column / July 17

What is Jacob Middleton’s role for the Calgary Flames?

The Calgary Flames recently made a big offseason move: sending Blake Coleman and Olli Maatta to the Minnesota Wild. In return, the Flames picked up a 2029 2nd, 2027 3rd, 2028 4th and veteran defenceman Jacob Middleton.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / July 5

What can Jacob Middleton bring to the Calgary Flames?

The Calgary Flames continued their move in a youthful direction on July 2, trading Flames workhorse Blake Coleman and newcomer Olli Maatta to the Minnesota Wild in exchange for defenceman Jacob Middleton and some draft capital.

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The biggest draft bust for every NHL team

People love a good mid-round draft pick that pans out, and in the NHL you used to see those fairly often, but that’s obviously partially luck. If the Red Wings thought Nicklas Lidstrom was going to become a top-five defenseman in history, they wouldn’t have waited until the 53rd pick to take him.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 2

Flames Acquire Jacob Middleton From Wild

The Calgary Flames will continue to revamp their blue line. The team is set to acquire defenseman Jacob Middleton from the Minnesota Wild per TSN’s Darren Dreger.

Colorado Avalanche News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 27

Avalanche Recall Keaton Middleton

Earlier today the Colorado Avalanche shared that Keaton Middleton has been recalled from AHL Colorado. No corresponding transaction was made, as the team

Minnesota Wild News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 11

Wild place Mats Zuccarello, Jake Middleton on IR

The Wild announced today they’ve recalled winger Nicolas Aubé-Kubel and defenseman Matt Kiersted from AHL Iowa. Those recalls come after defenseman Jacob Middleton and winger Mats Zuccarello left Monday’s 4-1 win over the Kraken with injuries.

Minnesota Wild News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 6, 2025

Key Wild player considered day-to-day due to injury

Already without forwards Kirill Kaprizov and Joel Eriksson Ek, the Minnesota Wild are dealing with another injury to a key contributor.

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New York Islanders News / Breakaway on SI / April 5, 2025

Islanders Forward Should Avoid Supplemental Discipline

New York Islanders forward Bo Horvat was the center of attention in the team's contest against the Minnesota Wild. During their recent meeting, Horvat and Wild defender Jacob Middleton were involved in a scary-looking incident.

Minnesota Wild News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 25, 2025

Wild place defenseman on waivers

The Wild announced that defenseman Travis Dermott has been placed on waivers.

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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.

Colorado Avalanche News / Mile High Hockey / January 2, 2025

Avalanche sign Keaton Middleton to two-year extension

The big defender will stay in Colorado. Before Thursday night’s game against the Buffalo Sabres, the Colorado Avalanche signed Keaton Middleton to a two-year contract.

Colorado Avalanche News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 23, 2024

Avalanche Reassign Keaton Middleton, Jere Innala

With their pre-holiday break schedule wrapped up, the Avalanche announced this morning that they’ve assigned defenseman Keaton Middleton and right-winger Jere Innala to AHL Colorado.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / Hockey Patrol / December 22, 2024

Former Maple Leafs Draft Pick Cracks Avalanche Lineup After Leaving Toronto

The Toronto Maple Leafs might be kicking themselves a bit knowing that Keaton Middleton, a former draft pick who never signed has ended up with a big role in the NHL.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucks Daily / December 17, 2024

Trade Target: Vancouver Canucks Eyeing 6'6 Defenseman for Depth On The Blueline

According to Canucks reporter Jeff Paterson, Vancouver may be looking to bolster their blue line with the addition of 6'6', 240-pound defenseman Keaton Middleton.

Minnesota Wild News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 14, 2024

Jacob Middleton's injury may affect Wild's deadline plans

In an interview with Michael Russo of The Athletic, general manager Bill Guerin explains that the latest LTIR placement may affect the team’s chances of acquiring a top-six forward at this year’s deadline.

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