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It’s never been more fun to be a pending UFA in the NHL. The free-agent landscape is forever changed in the rising-cap era, which has seen increases from $88 million to $95.5 million to $104 million in consecutive seasons, with a spike to $113.5 million coming in 2027-28.

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From the moment the Winnipeg Jets 2025-26 season came to an end, Connor Hellebuyck, their former All-Star goalie, made it very clear he was unhappy with the direction of the franchise.

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Minnesota Wild News / Bring Me The Sports / November 4

Paul Bissonnette has already bailed on his 'Wild will miss playoffs' take

Paul Bissonnette’s “hot take of the century” barely made it a month. Back in September, while previewing the NHL’s Central Division, the Spittin’ Chiclets podcast co-host went out on a limb and predicted that the Minnesota Wild would miss the playoffs in the 2026-27 season.

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Minnesota Wild News / Dose.ca / November 1

RUMOR | Quinn Hughes was offered the biggest contract in history

The Minnesota Wild are reportedly willing to do absolutely anything to convince Quinn Hughes to sign a contract extension. And when we say anything, we really mean anything.

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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 / NHL Trade Talk / October 30

One Big Difference Separates Quinn Hughes and Mikko Rantanen Trade Situations

Quinn Hughes’ future with the Minnesota Wild remains unclear, and according to Elliotte Friedman, the situation looks very different from the Mikko Rantanen trade in one key way.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / October 30

NHL Rumors: Hurricanes' Alexander Nikishin not likely to change mind about trade

TSN: Quinn Hughes and Dylan Larkin are tied together. The Minnesota Wild’s top need is a center, and acquiring Larkin will fill that need. Would it help convince Hughes to re-sign with the Wild, or will the lure of his brothers in New Jersey be too much?

Crystal Palace News / Daily Faceoff / October 29

Will Quinn Hughes re-sign with the Wild?

The Minnesota Wild have started the season on a strong footing, as they sit atop the Central Division with a 9-3-2 record, have the second-best record in the Western Conference and the third-best record in the league.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 29

NHL Rumors: Dylan Larkin Pulled, Cowan Trade, Canucks Selling, Quinn Hughes Strategy

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, trade speculation around Dylan Larkin is heating up in Detroit as the Red Wings appear to be pulling him from the lineup until a trade is made.

Minnesota Wild News / Athlon Sports / October 29

Minnesota Wild GM Makes Uncertain Admission on Quinn Hughes’ Future

Minnesota Wild general manager Bill Guerin issued an uncertain update on Quinn Hughes’ future Wednesday. According to Guerin’s own words, he has not spoken with Hughes or his agent about a contract “in a long time,” prolonging a season-long stalemate with regards to the defenseman’s contract extension talks.

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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.

NHL News / Lindy's Sports / October 29

NHL analyst shares harsh truth about Quinn Hughes' Wild future

TSN NHL analyst Jeff O’Neill is convinced that Minnesota Wild superstar Quinn Hughes is done with the Minnesota Wild, stating bluntly that “he ain’t signing

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NHL News / Yardbarker / October 28

Wild GM's Quinn Hughes admission may upset team's fans

Wild GM Bill Guerin admits he has no idea what is going to happen with Quinn Hughes

There is one subplot to this season that is no doubt creating some anxiety for the team and its fans. It is the future of superstar defenseman Quinn Hughes.

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Minnesota Wild News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 28

Quinn Hughes breaks Wild franchise record amid hot start

The Minnesota Wild just concluded a five-game road trip, going 3-1-1. One of the major reasons for the success was the play of Quinn Hughes. On Sunday, Hughes scored the game-winning goal for the Wild against his former team, the Vancouver Canucks.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / October 28

Quinn Hughes-Devils Speculation Takes Turn Amid Pending Minnesota Wild Extension

Quinn Hughes’ long-term future remains unsettled as the Minnesota Wild try to secure the star defenseman beyond the 2026-27 season. Amid a contract-extension stalemate, Daily Faceoff’s David Pagnotta has pushed back on the assumption that the New Jersey Devils would be Hughes’ obvious destination if he leaves Minnesota next summer.

Minnesota Wild News / Dose.ca / October 27

Quinn Hughes in Minnesota: 'He won’t sign there'

Time is running out for the Wild. Quinn Hughes' contract is set to expire at the end of the season, and he still hasn't signed an extension. At this point, it wouldn't be surprising to see him leave Minnesota.

New Jersey Devils News / The Lead / October 27

Will Hellebuyck Lure Quinn Hughes to the Devils?

This past weekend, the Connor Hellebuyck saga finally ended. The Jets traded Hellebuyck to the New Jersey Devils. The blockbuster trade happened Friday morning, after Hellebuyck’s suspension ended and he was set to return to the Jets.

Minnesota Wild News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 27

Wild’s Quinn Hughes drops ‘proud’ reaction to reception from Canucks fans

The Minnesota Wild took on the Vancouver Canucks on Sunday night. This was a notable contest, as it marked the first time that Quinn Hughes played in Vancouver as a visiting player.

NHL News / Canucksarmy / October 26

The Statsies: Canucks overwhelmed at 5v5 in Hughes’ return after a strong first period

Well, that first period was nice while it lasted. The Vancouver Canucks opened Sunday with a 66.67% share of five-on-five shot attempts against the Minnesota Wild, but whatever was working early quickly disappeared after 20 minutes of play.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 26

Canucks News & Rumours: 10 Straight Losses, Hughes Returns & Searching for Answers

The Vancouver Canucks have now lost 10-straight games, and Sunday’s 4–2 loss to the Minnesota Wild was another reminder of how difficult this season has become.

Minnesota Wild News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 26

Quinn Hughes Says ‘Feet Are Planted’ In Minnesota

When asked about his contract extension, Quinn Hughes reassured that he wanted to remain in Minnesota. According to Joe Smith of The Athletic, Hughes had a lot of positive affirmations regarding his current situation and how he feels regarding his current club in the Wild; “I’m here.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 26

Quinn Hughes hits milestone in Vancouver return as Wild best Canucks

Quinn Hughes scored a goal and had an assist while reaching the 500-point career mark in his return to Vancouver, and Kirill Kaprizov scored his league-leading 13th goal and also had an assist as the Minnesota Wild defeated the Canucks 4-2 on Sunday night.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / October 26

‘Quinn Hughes Sucks’ chants rain down as Canucks fans boo former team captain

In a stretch of several star players returning to their previous home arenas, fans of the Vancouver Canucks had their opportunity to let their former captain Quinn Hughes know how they felt about him on Sunday night, and they did not miss it.

NHL News / Yardbarker / October 25

Quinn Hughes latest NHL player to get harsh reception from former team

Minnesota Wild defenseman Quinn Hughes made his first return to Vancouver on Sunday night as a visiting player, and, as has become a trend around the NHL this season, he did not get a warm reception from the Vancouver Canucks fans who spent six-and-a-half seasons cheering for him.

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NHL News / Canucksarmy / October 25

Scenes from morning skate: Canucks looking to snap winless skid and spoil Quinn Hughes’ homecoming

The Vancouver Canucks (2-9-1) face former captain Quinn Hughes and the Minnesota Wild (7-3-2) at Rogers Arena. Tonight’s game begins at 7 pm PT. The Canucks are looking to put an end to their losing streak (0-8-1) before it reaches double digits.

Minnesota Wild News / Trade Talk Sports / October 25

Quinn Hughes Sounds Happy in Minnesota, but Is a New Deal Close?

Quinn Hughes has given Minnesota Wild fans a reason to feel a little better about his future. But I wouldn’t start planning the contract celebration just yet.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 25

Wild's Quinn Hughes embraces return to Vancouver to face Canucks

Quinn Hughes will make his much-anticipated return to Vancouver on Sunday night when the Minnesota Wild face the Canucks. Hughes, the seventh overall pick of the 2018 NHL Draft, played 459 career games with the Canucks.

NHL News / Canucksarmy / October 24

Former Canucks captain Quinn Hughes speaks ahead of return to Vancouver

Quinn Hughes and the Minnesota Wild are coming to town tomorrow night for Hughes’ return to Vancouver to take on his former Canucks for the first time since last season’s trade.

NHL News / Canucksarmy / October 24

Canucks: What kind of reception will Quinn Hughes get when he returns on Sunday?

It’s the question on everyone’s mind, especially after seeing what Ottawa Senators fans had in store for Brady Tkachuk earlier this week. What kind of reception will Quinn Hughes get on Sunday when he returns to Rogers Arena for the first time since the Vancouver Canucks traded him to the Minnesota Wild?

Minnesota Wild News / Yardbarker / September 14

NHL CBA changes take effect soon, altering contracts, schedule

NHL CBA changes will dramatically alter contracts, playoffs and schedule

The NHL is about to officially enter a new era. A new collective bargaining agreement takes effect Sept. 16, bringing changes that will be noticeable everywhere from contract negotiations to the regular-season schedule.

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