Wild Trade for Cup Winners | NHL News

NHL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 20, 2026 · 1m

The Minnesota Wild just pulled off a blockbuster trade, acquiring two-time Stanley Cup winner Blake Coleman and defenseman Olli Maatta from the Calgary Flames for a defenseman, three future draft picks, and a ton of cap space. With key veterans like Mats Zuccarello, Marcus Johansson, and Tarasenko gone, the Wild are reloading with fresh talent — including forward Maxim Shabanov and goalie Calvin Pickard — while hoping young guns like Hunter Haight and recovering Charlie Stramel can fill the void. This bold move signals the Wild are aiming higher than last year’s second-round playoff run…