And while it’s still early, Hughes sounded like a superstar who appreciated so much how he was valued — and how much Guerin gave up — that he’d strongly consider re-signing with the Wild when he becomes a unrestricted free agent in 2027.

After eight seasons and too many highlight reels to count with the Vancouver Canucks, the franchise has traded its star defenseman and captain, Quinn Hughes, to the Minnesota Wild. In return, Marco Rossi, Liam Ohgren, Zeev Buium, and a 2026 first-rounder walk through the doors of Rogers Arena while Hughes heads to the Central division.

Quinn Hughes scored in his Minnesota debut and the Wild beat the Boston Bruins 6-2 for their fourth straight win

The Rangers reportedly put in an offer on the star defenseman, but it's unlikely New York had the trade capital to pose a realistic chance.

Hughes and Faber ignite the Wild's blue line, showcasing immediate chemistry and shutting down rushes. Their debut hints at a future elite NHL pairing.

Also, defenseman Brock Faber -- who's losing his top power-play gig to Hughes -- remains worthy enough as a fantasy performer otherwise with the Wild. Let's turn our attention to Vancouver then, where two new members of the Canucks merit greater attention.

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