Wild Make Multiple Trades During 2025 NHL Draft

During the 2025 NHL Draft, the Minnesota Wild traded veteran forward Frederick Gaudreau to the Seattle Kraken for a fourth-round pick, freeing up $2.1 million in annual cap space and increasing their offseason flexibility. The Wild made several draft selections, including Theodor Hallquisth (52nd overall), Adam Benák (102nd), Lirim Amidovski (121st), Carter Klippenstein (123rd), and Justin Kipkie (141st). In a separate move, Minnesota also traded Declan Chisholm and a sixth-round pick to the Washington Capitals in exchange for defenseman Chase Priskie and a fourth-round pick. Gaudreau, known for his versatility, was moved to create opportunities for younger prospects or free-agent acquisitions. The trade boosts Minnesota's cap space to nearly $18 million as they look to strengthen their roster. These transactions highlight the Wild's strategy to retool with younger talent and prepare for further offseason moves.