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Wild Claims Defenseman Daemon Hunt from Blue Jackets

10/4/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Minnesota Wild claimed defenseman Daemon Hunt off waivers from the Columbus Blue Jackets.
Hunt, 23, was part of the trade that brought David Jiricek to Minnesota.
He played 48 games for the Blue Jackets' American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate, scoring 2 goals and 14 points.
Wild recalled Matt Kiersted from the Iowa Wild and released Jack Johnson from his tryout.

History

Historical Context

The NHL introduced the waiver system in 1970 to streamline player transactions and enhance team rosters. This system allows teams like the Minnesota Wild to claim players such as Daemon Hunt, who played 48 games for the Columbus Blue Jackets' AHL affiliate. This practice reflects ongoing trends in roster optimization, impacting player development and competitiveness in professional hockey.

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Story summary

The Minnesota Wild claimed defenseman Daemon Hunt off waivers from the Columbus Blue Jackets.
Hunt, 23, was part of the trade that brought David Jiricek to Minnesota.
He played 48 games for the Blue Jackets' American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate, scoring 2 goals and 14 points.
Wild recalled Matt Kiersted from the Iowa Wild and released Jack Johnson from his tryout.

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