The Minnesota Wild are on an incredible run to begin the 2026-27 NHL season. Minnesota is sitting near the top of the Western Conference at this time. In fact, only the Edmonton Oilers are the only team in the West…
Tristin McKinstry argues that the Minnesota Wild should pursue an aggressive trade for Pittsburgh Penguins center Evgeni Malkin to bolster their strong start to the 2026-27 season. With Minnesota near the top of the Western Conference after 19 games, the writer believes trading for the veteran would solidify the franchise's Stanley Cup ambitions.
The writer notes that while the Wild have explored trade options like Dylan Larkin, acquiring Malkin would provide immediate help as a top-six center. McKinstry suggests Pittsburgh general manager Kyle Dubas could look to sell assets given the Penguins' struggles at the bottom of the Metropolitan Division.
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