Minnesota Wild go all-in with blockbuster trade for Norris winner Quinn Hughes
The Guardian • 12/13/2025 • Last cited 12/14/2025
Summary
The Minnesota Wild acquired defenseman Quinn Hughes from the Vancouver Canucks in a significant trade, sending three prospects and a first-round pick to Vancouver. This move, described by The Guardian as Minnesota's boldest effort to overcome a decade of playoff struggles, follows Hughes' recent recognition as the 2024 Norris Trophy winner.
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