Quinn Hughes Makes His Stance Clear on Future with Wild Following Playoff Exit
- On Friday, defenseman Quinn Hughes expressed openness to a contract extension with the Minnesota Wild, just 36 hours after the team's playoff elimination. "I would definitely be open to re-signing," Hughes said.
- General manager Bill Guerin acquired the Norris Trophy winner from the Vancouver Canucks in December, seeking to bolster Stanley Cup chances. Hughes recorded 53 points in 48 regular-season games, rewriting the franchise record book for defensemen.
- During the 11-game postseason run, Hughes tied Kirill Kaprizov for the team lead with 15 points. "This one really stings," Hughes said of the exit against the Colorado Avalanche.
- Eligible to sign an extension on July 1, Hughes plans to discuss his future with his parents and brothers before committing. "We've got to talk to Billy and see what he wants to do," the defenseman said.
- The Wild are around $13 million below the $104 million NHL salary cap, providing roster flexibility for potential moves. Hughes plans to spend time this summer familiarizing himself with the Minnesota area.
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Quinn Hughes open to contract extension with Wild
ST. PAUL — When Wild general manager Bill Guerin pulled the trigger on the blockbuster deal that brought Quinn Hughes to Minnesota last December, the star defenseman’s long-term future with the Wild was an immediate topic of conversation. Maybe not as much as how much Hughes might help the Wild win a Stanley Cup, but a conspicuous issue. Guerin sent three regular players and a first-round draft pick to Vancouver, and it was fair to wonder if Hug…
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