The Minnesota Wild are heading into the 2025 season with a pressing question hanging over their roster: will star forward Kirill Kaprizov stay beyond next year? The 26-year-old winger has been the face of the franchise since his debut, setting single-season records for goals (47), assists (61), and points (108). But as training camp nears, contract talks remain unresolved, fueling speculation across the NHL.

Fans and analysts alike have fixated on reports that Kaprizov rejected an eight-year, $128 million offer, which would be the largest in league history if accepted. Amid the swirl of rumors, general manager Bill Guerin finally broke his silence, aiming to calm nerves while stressing the organization’s focus on protecting its star player.

In a tense offseason landscape, Guerin’s commen

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