# Hughes Near Historic Contract | Minnesota Wild News

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Podcast: [Minnesota Wild News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/minnesota-wild-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7537501)
Published: 2026-07-17T16:20:04+00:00
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The Minnesota Wild are closing in on a blockbuster deal with star defenseman Quinn Hughes, potentially making him one of the highest-paid players in the NHL with a projected AAV of $16–18 million over three years. Hughes, acquired in a major trade and instrumental in the team’s success—including 76 points in 74 games and playoff dominance—is set to join teammate Kirill Kaprizov at the top of the salary cap. The Wild’s front office is confident in this bold move, betting big on elite talent to lead the charge. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/128e3d810d45ed3d

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