The first domino in a new era of NHL superstar free agent signings has officially fallen: Kirill Kaprizov and the Minnesota Wild have reached an extension one week before the 2025-26 season starts.

On a day where the attention of the Minnesota hockey world belonged to Kirill Kaprizov, he made a splash after sunset as well. Following a thunderous ovation and a wave to the crowd when his new

The Minnesota Wild are still dealing with the ongoing contract situation around star Kirill Kaprizov, despite training camp and preseason starting up. This

The Minnesota Wild have yet to secure star forward Kirill Kaprizov beyond this season with a long-term contract.Owner Craig Leipold is trying to remain patient and stay in his lane, fully confident in leaving the process to general manager Bill Guerin and his assistants.