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Wild Sign Jack Johnson Amid Stanley Cup Pursuit

8/12/2025

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The Minnesota Wild have brought in seasoned defenseman Jack Johnson for a professional tryout as training camp approaches. This move coincides with contract talks for restricted free agent Marco Rossi and star player Kirill Kaprizov. With the roster being the NHL's third oldest, the Wild are determined to strengthen their lineup in pursuit of their first Stanley Cup.

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The Minnesota Wild have brought in seasoned defenseman Jack Johnson for a professional tryout as training camp approaches. This move coincides with contract talks for restricted free agent Marco Rossi and star player Kirill Kaprizov. With the roster being the NHL's third oldest, the Wild are determined to strengthen their lineup in pursuit of their first Stanley Cup.