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NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 24
Hurricanes rumors: Pierre LeBrun predicts next move after missing on Kirill Kaprizov trade
The Carolina Hurricanes are off to an exceptional start to the 2025-26 season, with a 6-1-0 record. They beat the Colorado Avalanche in a shootout while wearing fantastic Hartford Whalers throwbacks.
NHL News / Daily Faceoff / October 20
Fantasy Hockey 2025-26: Weekly Strength of Schedule and Streaming Targets — Week 3
Finding an edge in fantasy hockey often comes down to maximizing your man games — and targeting players with favourable matchups. Our Fantasy Hockey Strength of Schedule tool helps you do precisely that.
Kirill Kaprizov News / Daily Faceoff / October 15
Can the Wild find depth scoring with Kaprizov’s new contract?
When the Minnesota Wild signed star winger Kirill Kaprizov to a record-breaking eight-year contract extension just a couple of weeks ago, the collective sigh of relief from the Twin Cities could be heard around the hockey world.
The '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?
Minnesota Wild News / NHL Trade Talk / October 10
Bill Guerin Makes ‘Wild’ Admission About Kaprizov’s Deal
Minnesota Wild GM Bill Guerin has never been one to avoid telling it like it is. Sometimes, he’s so forthcoming, it ruffles feathers, but, more often than not, it’s refreshing to hear a manager tell the truth to a point that surprises people.
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NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 10
Kaprizov Overpay, Big Makar Buzz, Second Roslovic Offer & More NHL Rumors
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, Minnesota Wild GM Bill Guerin admitted that the team had little choice but to overpay for Kirill Kaprizov. Meanwhile, is Cale Makar going to be the next player to make a ridiculous amount of money and shake up the NHL salary landscape?
Minnesota Wild News / Athlon Sports / October 9
Wild GM Admits Overpaying Kirill Kaprizov to Avoid Worst-Case Scenario
Minnesota Wild general manager Bill Guerin did not attempt to hide the fact that his franchise overpaid for Kirill Kaprizov’s record-setting extension.
Minnesota Wild News / Bring Me The News / October 9
After Eichel and McDavid sign for less, did the Wild get a bad deal for Kaprizov?
The Minnesota Wild and star winger Kirill Kaprizov agreed to a record-breaking eight-year, $128 million contract on Sept. 30. The deal, with an annual average value (AAV) of $17 million per year, is the richest contract signed in NHL history.
The 'Active 40-goal NHL season leaders' quiz
How many of the active NHL players with at least two 40-goal seasons in their career can you name in five minutes?
NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 8
Predicting Alex Tuch’s next contract after Kirill Kaprizov extension
At the end of September, the Minnesota Wild and Kirill Kaprizov agreed to a historic $136 million contract. This reset the market when it comes to value for top-end talent.
Winnipeg Jets News / NHL Rumors / October 8
NHL News: Kyle Connor Signs Eight-Year Extension with Winnipeg
The Winnipeg Jets and forward Kyle Connor have agreed to an eight-year, $96 million contract extension carrying an AAV of $12 million. This is the richest contract in Winnipeg Jets franchise history, whether it was version 1 or version 2 that came from Atlanta.
NHL News / Athlon Sports / October 4
Connor McDavid's Next Contract Could Dwarf Kirill Kaprizov's Deal, Elliotte Friedman Believes
The Minnesota Wild’s record-setting extension with Kirill Kaprizov has drawn league-wide attention — and, inevitably, comparisons to what it could mean for Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid.
Minnesota Wild News / Daily Faceoff / October 3
How Kaprizov’s contract will affect top 2026 NHL free agents
Kirill Kaprizov is the NHL’s richest player – at least, for now. The Minnesota Wild signed the Russian winger to an eight-year deal with an annual average value of $17 million earlier this week, marking the biggest contract in league history.
Minnesota Wild News / NHL Trade Talk / October 2
Fluke Incident Caused Kaprizov Negotiations To Take a Dramatic Turn
Just weeks ago, the Minnesota Wild weren’t sure whether Kirill Kaprizov’s future would be in Minnesota. According to league insiders, Minnesota questioned if money would even matter — or if the star winger already had his eye on playing somewhere else.
Minnesota Wild News / The Hockey Writers / October 1
What Kaprizov’s Contract Means For the Minnesota Wild
It’s finally done, the Minnesota Wild’s Kirill Kaprizov officially signed an eight-year, $136 million extension on Tuesday morning, Sept. 30, prior to their final home preseason game against the Winnipeg Jets that night.
Minnesota Wild News / Larry Brown Sports / October 1
Bill Guerin had great comment about Kirill Kaprizov’s contract
The Minnesota Wild signed star winger Kirill Kaprizov to the richest contract in NHL history on Tuesday, and general manager Bill Guerin had a great comment about the record deal.
Kirill Kaprizov News / Yardbarker / September 30
Wild's Kirill Kaprizov becomes NHL's highest-paid player, but title won't last
The Minnesota Wild finally managed to get their best player — forward Kirill Kaprizov — signed to a new long-term contract extension on Tuesday, signing him to a max-term eight-year contract worth $136M.
Minnesota Wild News / Oilersnation / September 30
NHL Notebook: Wild sign Kirill Kaprizov to record-setting contract extension
The bar has been raised. The stalemate between the Minnesota Wild and superstar Kirill Kaprizov came to an end Tuesday morning as they agreed on an eight-year contract worth $136 million.
Minnesota Wild News / Canucksarmy / September 30
NHL Notebook: Wild extend Kaprizov to record-breaking max-term contract
That’s right, there’s a new record-breaking contract in the NHL. After reports that he had turned down an eight-year extension at $16 million annually, Kirill Kaprizov agreed to terms on an eight-year extension worth $136 million ($17 million AAV) with the Minnesota Wild on Tuesday.
Minnesota Wild News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 30
Wild veteran winger out 'minimum' of seven to eight weeks
While the Wild ensured one top-six winger will be staying with the club long-term earlier Tuesday, they’ve lost another in the short term.
Minnesota Wild News / Field Level Media / September 30
Wild star Kirill Kaprizov signs record 8-year, $136M extension
The Minnesota Wild signed star forward Kirill Kaprizov to an NHL-record eight-year, $136 million contract extension on Tuesday. The deal, which begins in the 2026-27 season, carries a $17 million annual cap hit for the Wild and comes on the heels of Kaprizov reportedly rejecting an eight-year, $128 million extension earlier this month.
Minnesota Wild News / NHL Rumors / September 30
Minnesota Wild Extend Kirill Kaprizov for Eight Years in Record-Setting Deal
The Minnesota Wild and Kirill Karprizov signed the biggest contract in NHL history this morning. The Wild and Kaprizov agreed on an eight-year contract extension worth $136 million, a $17 million cap hit.
Minnesota Wild News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 30
Wild extend superstar winger with largest deal in NHL history
The superstar is staying put and setting the market.
Minnesota Wild News / Last Word On Sports / September 28
NHL Rumours: Latest Kirill Kaprizov Roundup
It’s time for some more NHL rumours. We’re just over a week away from the start of the 2025-26 NHL regular season. However, there are always discussions going on about the future.
NHL News / Yardbarker / September 26
Ranking trade options for Panthers following Aleksander Barkov injury
Aleksander Barkov is going to miss seven to nine months after suffering ACL and MCL injuries. What should Florida do?
Minnesota Wild News / NHL Trade Talk / September 26
Eastern Contender Ready to Back Up the Brinks Truck for Kaprizov
Kirill Kaprizov’s contract future is quickly becoming one of the NHL’s most-watched storylines, and according to The Athletic’s Michael Russo, there’s no shortage of suitors prepared to pay big to land the Minnesota Wild star.
Minnesota Wild News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 16
Wild have understandable trade stance on Kirill Kaprizov
Earlier this offseason, the Minnesota Wild made headlines when it was reported that they were willing to offer $16M per season to Kirill Kaprizov.
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.
NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 11
More details emerge on Kirill Kaprizov's rejection of Wild's offer
Much has been made of the potential record-setting extensions that would be handed out this offseason, particularly for Kirill Kaprizov of the Wild and Connor McDavid of the Oilers.
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