Some major salary cap relief is coming for the Minnesota Wild, and with it, a potential splash in free agency. After years of being hamstrung by the costly buyouts of Zach Parise and Ryan Suter, the Wild will finally see those cap penalties drop from a combined $14.7 million to just $1.7 million next season. This newfound financial flexibility puts general manager Bill Guerin in a prime position to improve the roster—and one of the biggest targets on their radar is Minnesota native Brock Boeser.
Minnesota Wild Targeting Brock Boeser in Free Agency
According to Michael Russo of The Athletic, the 28-year-old forward is expected to hit unrestricted free agency on July 1, and the Wild are emerging as a serious contender to sign him. After a stellar 40-goal campaign, Brock Boeser’s production has dipped this season with the Vancouver Canucks. Amidst the team’s ongoing issues, a change of environment could be beneficial for him.
A move to the Wild makes sense for both sides. For Boeser, it would be a homecoming opportunity, playing in front of family and friends while joining a team that is looking to take the next step toward Stanley Cup contention. For the Wild, acquiring Boeser would inject much-needed firepower into their top-six forward group alongside Kirill Kaprizov and Matt Boldy.
Speaking of Kaprizov, his future in Minnesota is another crucial factor in the Wild’s offseason plans. The Russian superstar is eligible to sign a contract extension on July 1, and the Wild’s front office must convince him that they are committed to building a championship-caliber team around him. Bringing in a proven goal scorer like Boeser would send a strong message to Kaprizov and Wild fans alike that the organization is serious about competing.
The key question now is whether the Wild will be able to outbid other potential suitors for Boeser’s services. With teams always on the hunt for elite scoring talent, Boeser is likely to have multiple offers on the table. However, the combination of Wild cap space, a strong roster, and the appeal of playing in his home state could give Minnesota a decisive edge.
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