Overview

• Kirill Kaprizov said he is leaving negotiations to his agent and concentrating on training camp, calling Minnesota his second home.
• General manager Bill Guerin reiterated that talks are private and emphasized the Wild’s intent to keep their franchise winger.
• Pierre LeBrun reports the Wild’s eight‑year, $128 million offer remains on the table and describes discussions as edgy between the sides.
• The Wild are not engaging in trade conversations for Kaprizov, and his camp has not been asked for a trade list under his full no‑move clause.
• Media speculation continues to link teams such as the Hurricanes, Rangers, Blackhawks and Canadiens, though proposed trade packages are unconfirmed scenarios rather than team‑backed talks.