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In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the NHL rumor mill has been busy over the past 24 hours with updates on trades that could have happened and trades that might happen.

Minnesota Wild News / Athlon Sports / August 26

Minnesota Wild Almost Landed JJ Peterka For Marco Rossi: Report

Before the Minnesota Wild and young center Marco Rossi agreed to a new contract earlier this week, the two sides were in a long stalemate over the talks.

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How Does Marco Rossi’s Contract Affect Mason McTavish Negotiations

Now that Marco Rossi has agreed to a three-year, $15 million bridge deal that carries an AAV of $5 million, everyone’s attention is being drawn to Mason McTavish of the Anaheim Ducks.

Minnesota Wild News / Breakaway on SI / August 24

Newly Extended Wild Center Will Outperform Latest Deal

The Minnesota Wild finally came to an agreement with restricted free agent center Marco Rossi. It took nearly the entire offseason, but Rossi is locked in with a new, three-year contract.

Insider Praises Rossi’s Deal, Explains McTavish Delay with Ducks

Negotiations in the NHL can be as tense off the ice as the playoffs are on it, and this summer has already shown a clear contrast between two high-profile young players: Marco Rossi and Mason McTavish.

Minnesota Wild News / The Hockey Writers / August 23

Wild Signing Marco Rossi to Short-Term Deal is Good for Both Sides

A lot can happen in a span of a week, and that goes for Marco Rossi news as well. A week ago, The Athletic’s Michael Russo, on his podcast Worst Seats in the House, which he hosts with the Minnesota Wild’s play-by-play announcer on FanDuel, Anthony Lapanta, said there was no news in terms of a Wild deal with Rossi.

Minnesota Wild News / NHL on ClutchPoints / August 22

Way-too-early Minnesota Wild trade candidates in 2025-26 season

The Minnesota Wild made the Stanley Cup Playoffs in 2025, successfully rebounding from a disappointing campaign. Minnesota was expected to compete for the postseason in 2024.

Potential Canucks trade target Marco Rossi extends with Wild

The Minnesota Wild have re-signed center Marco Rossi to a three-year contract at a $5 million cap hit. Rossi was a restricted free agent after the conclusion of his three-year, entry-level contract with an $863,334 cap hit.

Minnesota Wild News / The Hockey Writers / August 22

Minnesota Wild Sign Marco Rossi to 3-Year Extension

After much deliberation from both sides, the Minnesota Wild and center Marco Rossi have agreed on a contract extension. Starting this season, it’ll be a three-year deal worth $5 million annually for the 23-year-old.

Minnesota Wild News / Last Word On Sports / August 22

Minnesota Wild Sign Key RFA Forward

The Minnesota Wild have made an important decision on a key restricted free agent forward. Marco Rossi and the Wild have decided on a bridge deal. It is a three-year deal, worth $15 million.

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Minnesota Wild News / NHL Rumors / August 22

NHL News: Marco Rossi Signs Bridge Deal with Minnesota Wild

The saga between the Minnesota Wild and restricted free agent Marco Rossi is over. Rossi and the Wild agreed to a three-year, $15 million deal that carries an annual average value of $5 million.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / August 22

Rossi and McDavid Extensions, Leafs on Marner, & More NHL Rumors

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, Marco Rossi has reportedly signed a three-year bridge deal with the Minnesota Wild. Meanwhile, Connor McDavid’s deal is getting closer in Edmonton.

Minnesota Wild News / Daily Faceoff / August 22

Wild sign Marco Rossi to three-year contract

Rossi Watch is over in the Twin Cities. According to multiple reports, the Minnesota Wild have signed forward Marco Rossi to a three-year contract. The deal will carry an AAV of $5 million through the 2027-28 season.

Minnesota Wild News / NHL Trade Talk / August 22

Marco Rossi Signs 3-Year Bridge Deal with Minnesota Wild

Per several insider reports on Friday morning, the Minnesota Wild have re-signed forward Marco Rossi to a three-year, $15 million bridge contract. The deal carries a $5 million average annual value, with Rossi’s qualifying offer heading into his unrestricted free agency projected at $6 million.

Minnesota Wild News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 22

Wild to sign Marco Rossi to multiyear deal

After months of trade speculation, restricted free agent center Marco Rossi is signing a new deal.

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Minnesota Wild News / NHL Trade Talk / August 22

Wild Close to Signing Tradeable Bridge Deal for Marco Rossi

There are mixed reports this week regarding Minnesota Wild forward Marco Rossi. James Murphy notes that the Vancouver Canucks and Seattle Kraken have expressed trade interest, while Michael Russo of The Athletic is reporting that the Wild and Rossi are nearing a bridge deal.

Minnesota Wild News / NHL on ClutchPoints / August 21

Wild rumors: Insider provides huge Marco Rossi contract update

The Minnesota Wild are still dealing with an offseason saga involving forward Marco Rossi, who remains without a contract amid his restricted free agent status heading into the 2025-26 NHL season.

Minnesota Wild News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 21

Wild making progress in contract talks with Marco Rossi

One way or another, it looks like RFA center Marco Rossi won’t be in limbo for much longer. After reports Thursday morning indicated the Canucks and Kraken had shown renewed interest in trading for him, the Wild have now made “significant progress” in talks to re-sign him and keep him in Minnesota, according to Michael Russo of The Athletic.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 21

Canucks, Kraken re-engaging in Marco Rossi trade talks with Wild

While previous reports indicated the Canucks and Kraken both had interest in acquiring Wild restricted free agent center Marco Rossi at various points during the offseason, talks have been quiet for weeks now after Minnesota didn’t land the type of offers it wanted.

Minnesota Wild News / The Hockey Writers / August 20

Wild Not Signing Marco Rossi to Long-Term Contract Would Be a Mistake

Minnesota Wild restricted free agent (RFA) Marco Rossi is still seeking a new contract. Michael Russo of The Athletic went on the Worst Seats in the House podcast and reported that the two sides have not negotiated Rossi’s contract extension since the beginning of free agency.