After building speculation, the Columbus Blue Jackets and Minnesota Wild have swung a deal that could have big implications for both teams. NHL insiders Frank S

The David Jiricek sweepstakes are finally over. The Minnesota Wild have acquired the defenseman from the Columbus Blue Jackets, along with a fifth-round pick, in exchange for defenseman Daemon Hunt and a first,

Frank Seravalli is reporting that Minnesota is receiving Jiricek and a 2025 fifth-round pick in exchange for forward Daemon Hunt along with a 2025 first-round pick, Colorado’s 2026 third-round pick, and second and fourth-round picks in 2027.

The Minnesota Wild have made a significant move to bolster their blue line, acquiring defenseman David Jiricek and a fifth-round draft pick from the Columbus Blue Jackets.

The Columbus Blue Jackets have traded defenceman David Jiricek to the Minnesota Wild, Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman reported on Saturday.

Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman David Jiricek, 21, the second blueliner taken in the 2022 NHL draft, will get a fresh start with the Minnesota Wild, who acquired the former sixth overall pick for defenseman Daemon Hunt,

Jiricek, 21, was selected with the No. 6 pick in the 2022 NHL Draft but was unable to grab a regular spot in the Blue Jackets lineup.

With the David Jiricek trade now complete, it's time to give the Blue Jackets and Wild grades for their parts in the deal.