One way or another, it looks like RFA center Marco Rossi won’t be in limbo for much longer. After reports this morning indicated the Canucks and Kraken had shown renewed interest in trading for his signing rights, the Wild now made “significant progress” in talks to re-sign him and keep him in Minnesota, according to Michael Russo of The Athletic. It’s not expected to be a … [Read more...] about Wild Making Progress In Contract Talks With Marco Rossi
Players Who Could Start The Season On LTIR
While only a handful of teams project to need cap relief via long-term injured reserve to open the season, multiple candidates across the league might technically qualify for a placement. Doing so would bar the player from returning until Oct. 31 at the earliest – 24 days from the season start date of Oct. 7. Avalanche: Logan O’Connor O’Connor underwent hip surgery in early … [Read more...] about Players Who Could Start The Season On LTIR
“No Updates” On Talks Between Wild And Kirill Kaprizov, Marco Rossi
There continues to be a lack of meaningful progress in contract talks with pending UFA superstar Kirill Kaprizov or restricted free agent center Marco Rossi, Wild general manager Bill Guerin told RG’s James Murphy in an interview published Wednesday. That said, it’s not a point of stress for the front office, Guerin said. “The talks have been pretty consistent, and I’ve been … [Read more...] about “No Updates” On Talks Between Wild And Kirill Kaprizov, Marco Rossi
Wild Sign Jack Johnson To PTO
The third-overall pick of the 2005 NHL Draft feels he has more in the tank. According to a team announcement, the Minnesota Wild have signed veteran defenseman Jack Johnson to a professional tryout agreement. Johnson, 38, is coming off a one-year agreement with the team he’s spent the most years of his career with, the Columbus Blue Jackets. His performance did little to … [Read more...] about Wild Sign Jack Johnson To PTO
Poll: Who Will Be The Next RFA To Sign?
The summer is winding down across the NHL, but a rich group of remaining restricted-free agents are keeping multiple teams from closing their books just yet. There are still multiple top, young players awaiting contracts for the 2025-26 season – including top-line features like Luke Hughes, Marco Rossi, and Mason McTavish. Pending any holdouts, it seems hard to imagine any of … [Read more...] about Poll: Who Will Be The Next RFA To Sign?