Quinn Hughes negotiates contract extension with Minnesota Wild

Minnesota Wild defenseman Quinn Hughes is currently in the process of negotiating a contract extension but stated he is not feeling pressure to finalize a deal before the upcoming season. Hughes addressed rumors regarding a potential move to play alongside his brothers in New Jersey, noting that while there is a draw to that prospect, he is not sacrificing his current professional situation.

NHL insider Michael Russo suggests that Wild General Manager Bill Guerin may be prepared to meet Hughes' specific demands regarding term and salary. Discussions involving Hughes' agent, Pat Brisson, could potentially lead to a record-breaking deal, with speculation suggesting an eight-year contract could reach an annual average value of approximately $20.5 million.

Separately, the New Jersey Devils have been linked to Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck following the trade of Jacob Markstrom to the Florida Panthers.