Overview
- Minnesota acquired Hughes from Vancouver in a blockbuster that sent Marco Rossi, Zeev Buium, Liam Ohgren and a 2026 first‑round pick to the Canucks.
- Hughes scored in a 6–2 win over the Bruins in his first game with the Wild, drawing a raucous reception from home fans.
- He said he is “extremely open‑minded” about a long‑term future in Minnesota, with his current deal running through 2026–27 before potential UFA status in 2027 and extension talks not eligible until July 1.
- Analysts say Hughes’ arrival, alongside a deep blue line and strong Gustavsson–Wallstedt tandem, could make the Wild one of the hardest teams to score on.
- Reporting indicates multiple suitors pursued Hughes, with Detroit’s bid reportedly stalling over a player Vancouver sought, which Elliotte Friedman speculated could have been Simon Edvinsson.