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Zuccarello’s Exit Amid Larkin Push
The Minnesota Wild are pivoting hard this offseason, laser-focused on trading for Dylan Larkin — even pausing other moves to make it happen. Their only major signing so far? A surprise six-year extension for Michael McCarron. Veteran Mats Zuccarello, who wanted to return and was ready to negotiate, feels blindsided and is now preparing to hit free agency, likely departing after seven seasons. The team believes separating Zuccarello from star Kirill Kaprizov could help Kaprizov grow, despite the emotional toll on the veteran. With Larkin still pending and finances tight, Zuccarello’s exit may…
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