Shockwaves in the NHL: Why Jack Hughes’ Trade to the Wild Could Change Everything for Both Teams
Buium and Rossi were Minnesota’s sixth- and seventh-leading scorers this season at the time of the trade.
Rossi, 24, a first-round pick (No. 9) by Minnesota in the 2020 NHL Draft, had 114 points (49 goals, 65 assists) in 202 games for the Wild, including 13 points (four goals, nine assists) this season. He signed a three-year, $15 million contract ($5 million AAV) with the Wild on Aug. 22, 2025 and can become a restricted free agent after the 2027-28 season.
Buium, 20, a first-round pick (No. 12) by Minnesota in 2024, made his NHL debut in the playoffs last season after playing two seasons at the University of Denver, winning a national championship in 2024 and returning to the Frozen Four in 2025 before losing to eventual champion Western Michigan in the semifinals.
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