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 Seravalli and Pierre LeBrun reported that the Wild traded for top young defenseman David Jiricek,

The Minnesota Wild have acquired defensive prospect David Jiricek and a 2026 fifth-round draft pick from the Columbus Blue Jackets in exchange for defenseman Daemon Hunt and a 2025 first-round draft pick,

The Wild have acquired defenseman David Jiricek from the Columbus Blue Jackets. ST. PAUL- The Minnesota Wild have made a trade. They have acquired defensive prospect David Jiricek from the Columbus Blue Jackets for Daemon Hunt and draft picks.