en-us SportSpyder - The Latest Minnesota Wild News https://sportspyder.com/nhl/minnesota-wild/news The Minnesota Wild are about to lose one of the most important figures in their hockey operations department, and the effects could be felt for years to come. Judd Brackett has been widely credited with helping reshape the Wild's prospect pipeline since joining the organization in 2020, overseein... Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:19:56 GMT Thomas Williams https://sportspyder.com/nhl/minnesota-wild/articles/56818626 https://sportspyder.com/nhl/minnesota-wild/articles/56818626 false false Join us for Denny's Farewell (for now) show, as he previews the offseason and gives his thoughts on Judd Brackett leaving the organization for Toronto. Tue, 02 Jun 2026 01:04:21 GMT Locked On Wild https://sportspyder.com/nhl/minnesota-wild/articles/56815771 https://sportspyder.com/nhl/minnesota-wild/articles/56815771 false false After keeping him in the AHL for most of the past two years, the Chicago Blackhawks face a difficult scenario regarding Kevin Korchinski and his future. A restricted free agent this summer, Scott Powers of The Athletic believes they’ll retain Korchinski, while letting Ethan Del Mastro walk this offseason.That’s not to say there was any […] Mon, 01 Jun 2026 22:06:47 GMT Brennan McClain https://sportspyder.com/nhl/minnesota-wild/articles/56814182 https://sportspyder.com/nhl/minnesota-wild/articles/56814182 false false GM Bill Guerin doesn't think Brackett's departure will impact the team's draft: "I'm comfortable with our staff the way it is right now." Mon, 01 Jun 2026 21:22:51 GMT Joe Smith https://sportspyder.com/nhl/minnesota-wild/articles/56813663 https://sportspyder.com/nhl/minnesota-wild/articles/56813663 true false The Minnesota Wild director of amateur scouting, Judd Brackett, is leaving after six seasons to become an assistant GM for the Toronto Maple Leafs. Mon, 01 Jun 2026 20:08:55 GMT Sarah McLellan https://sportspyder.com/nhl/minnesota-wild/articles/56812747 https://sportspyder.com/nhl/minnesota-wild/articles/56812747 false false Top draft prospects looking at US Colleges. Capitals are giving Alex Ovechkin his time and space. Alex Tuch's play is not affecting the price. Mon, 01 Jun 2026 18:34:41 GMT Mark Easson https://sportspyder.com/nhl/minnesota-wild/articles/56811563 https://sportspyder.com/nhl/minnesota-wild/articles/56811563 false false NHL veterans Nino Niederreiter and Mikael Granlund reunited as international rivals in Switzerland, bringing a touch of Minnesota history to a high-stakes clash on the world stage. Granlund comes through victorious. Mon, 01 Jun 2026 17:51:13 GMT Dylan Loucks https://sportspyder.com/nhl/minnesota-wild/articles/56810953 https://sportspyder.com/nhl/minnesota-wild/articles/56810953 false false The Minnesota Wild have lost their draft guru to another country, after director of amateur scouting Judd Brackett was hired as Toronto's new AGM. Mon, 01 Jun 2026 17:35:20 GMT Eric Strack https://sportspyder.com/nhl/minnesota-wild/articles/56810718 https://sportspyder.com/nhl/minnesota-wild/articles/56810718 false false Brackett was Minnesota's director of amateur scouting for the past six years. Mon, 01 Jun 2026 17:26:30 GMT Will Ragatz https://sportspyder.com/nhl/minnesota-wild/articles/56810601 https://sportspyder.com/nhl/minnesota-wild/articles/56810601 false false A closer look at HEO U16's top players ahead of the 2026 OHL Priority Selection – and one top prospect for 2027. Mon, 01 Jun 2026 16:26:44 GMT David Saad https://sportspyder.com/nhl/minnesota-wild/articles/56809737 https://sportspyder.com/nhl/minnesota-wild/articles/56809737 false false It took some time, but the Minnesota Wild look like legitimate Stanley Cup contenders for the near future. They had their chance this season, defeating the Dall Mon, 01 Jun 2026 16:15:55 GMT Scott Rogust https://sportspyder.com/nhl/minnesota-wild/articles/56809576 https://sportspyder.com/nhl/minnesota-wild/articles/56809576 false false What do an arena in St. Paul, an arena in Des Moines, and one carved along the St. Johns River in Jacksonville, Fla., have in common? Starting next October, they will all be part of the Minnesota Wild's developmental pipeline. The State of Hockey is heading to the Sunshine State. On May 18, the W... Mon, 01 Jun 2026 15:19:44 GMT Ria Price https://sportspyder.com/nhl/minnesota-wild/articles/56808892 https://sportspyder.com/nhl/minnesota-wild/articles/56808892 false false The Toronto Maple Leafs made two intriguing front office signings this morning, naming Judd Brackett as an assistant GM and Freddie Hamilton as a chief of staff. Brackett has a well-documented history of success in the NHL, something the Maple Leafs need moving forward. Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:36:34 GMT Julian Gaudio https://sportspyder.com/nhl/minnesota-wild/articles/56808381 https://sportspyder.com/nhl/minnesota-wild/articles/56808381 false false Tobias Tvrznik 2025-26 Team: Wenatchee Wild (WHL)Date of Birth: July 29, 2007Place of Birth: Litomerice, CzechiaHt: 6-foot-4 Wt: 183 poundsCatches: RightPosition: GoalieNHL Draft Eligibility: 2026 second-year eligible Rankings After being… Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:26:55 GMT Alessandro Seren Rosso https://sportspyder.com/nhl/minnesota-wild/articles/56808250 https://sportspyder.com/nhl/minnesota-wild/articles/56808250 false false