Throughout the offseason, there have been NHL rumors suggesting that the Washington Capitals may trade Evgeni Kuznetsov. However, it seems that there have been no interested parties thus far.
Kuznetsov has asked to be traded from the Capitals, and the Minnesota Wild has emerged as a potential suitor for the forward.
Will Evgeni Kuznetsov be traded to the Minnesota Wild?
In a recent episode of the Daily Faceoff Rundown Podcast, NHL analyst Frank Seravalli disclosed that the Washington Capitals are currently exploring potential options for trading Evgeni Kuznetsov.
NHL rumors have the Minnesota Wild offering up the following trade package.
To Minnesota Wild :
Evgeny Kuznetsov at $4.68 million with two years remaining until unrestricted free agency and 40% salary retained.
To Washington Capitals :
Minnesota’s 1st Round Pick in 2025, 7th round pick in 2025, LW Marcus Foligno at $3.10 million with one year until UFA, and LW Marcus Johansson at $2 million with two years until free agency.
What are NHL fans saying about a potential Evgeni Kuznetsov trade to the Minnesota Wild?
Not going to happen. Washington wants a roster player and not two salary cap dumps and draft picks for Kuznetsov.
Solid trade rumor. Washington will NOT get what they want for Evgeni Kuznetsov. Take a first round pick and be happy.
With Kuznetsov having a brutal season last year, his value is not high. Trade him at the NHL trade deadline.
Get rid of him now , he is a cancer on this team.