Wild’s blockbuster trade for Quinn Hughes signals NBA Playoffs 2025 ambition
The Minnesota Wild have made a bold move by acquiring star defenceman Quinn Hughes from the Vancouver Canucks. The trade, led by General Manager Bill Guerin, sends a clear signal of the team’s ambition as they push for a deep NBA Playoffs run. Hughes wasted no time making an impact in his debut on Sunday night.
Guerin secured Hughes in exchange for defenceman Zeev Buium, forwards Liam Öhgren and Marco Rossi, plus a 2026 first-round pick. The deal reflects Guerin’s history of high-profile trades since taking over in 2019, including moves involving Nino Niederreiter, Ryan Hartman, and Jason Zucker. For Hughes, the opportunity to join a contender was too good to pass up.
Hughes’ addition bolsters a Wild team already on a hot streak. With a strong defensive core, elite scoring talent, and reliable goaltending, Minnesota looks poised for a serious NBA Playoffs 2025 push. The coming weeks will show just how far this revamped lineup can go.
