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Wild Reload: Key Additions and Departures Shake Up Roster
18 Jul
Summary
- Blake Coleman acquired, a consistent 20-goal scoring threat.
- Mats Zuccarello departed for the Los Angeles Kings.
- Quinn Hughes entering contract year, deal expected to be historic.
The Minnesota Wild have made significant moves this offseason as they prepare for the upcoming NHL season. Forward Blake Coleman, a consistent secondary scorer, joins the team from the Calgary Flames, along with forward Justin Kirkland and defenseman Olli Maatta. Maxim Shabanov is a potential dark horse addition.
Notable departures include forward Mats Zuccarello, who has been a solid top-six producer, heading to the Los Angeles Kings. The team also lost forwards Vladimir Tarasenko and Marcus Johansson, and defensemen Jacob Middleton and Jeff Petry.
The Wild are looking to remain competitive in a tough division. General Manager Bill Guerin may still be active in the trade market. Star defenseman Quinn Hughes is entering the final year of his contract, with his next deal anticipated to set a new benchmark.
With franchise player Kirill Kaprizov entering the first season of his long-term extension, the team hopes for continued strong performance as they pursue their first Stanley Cup.
