Overview
- The confirmed trade sends Hughes to Minnesota for Marco Rossi, Zeev Buium, Liam Öhgren and the Wild’s 2026 first‑round pick, per team announcements.
- Hughes, 26, is signed through 2026‑27 at a $7.85 million cap hit and is not eligible to discuss an extension with the Wild until July 1.
- Vancouver, last in the Pacific at 11-17-3, targeted NHL‑ready youth in a roster reset and landed three recent first‑rounders plus a future first.
- Minnesota adds the 2024 Norris Trophy winner to bolster a blue line aiming to break a decade‑long playoff series drought.
- League insiders reported broad interest, and the Devils made a strong first offer, but Minnesota’s package outpaced other suitors.