Former Michigan State standout Jagger Joshua has agreed to a two-year, two-way contract with the Minnesota Wild, a move that underscores the team’s confidence in the forward’s evolving skill set.
Contract Structure and Salary Breakdown
The agreement features a $850,000 base salary with a $260,000 entry-level guarantee for the 2026-27 season, escalating to $900,000 and $290,000 respectively in the following year. Such a framework reflects the Wild’s willingness to reward performance while maintaining flexibility under the salary cap.
Joshua’s most recent campaign with the Rochester Americans saw him notch a career-high 26 points, a testament to his adaptability in the American Hockey League. Over five AHL seasons, he has logged 169 games, accumulating a steady stream of offensive contributions that have kept him on the Wild’s radar.
The forward’s collegiate roots run deep in East Lansing, where he spent four seasons with the Michigan State Spartans, recording 44 points in 135 appearances and earning Honorable Mention All-Big Ten honors as a senior in 2022-23. Those years honed his defensive awareness and playmaking instincts, traits that the Wild hope to translate to the NHL.
General Manager Bill Guerin praised Joshua’s work ethic and versatility, noting that the contract provides a clear pathway for the player to earn a permanent spot on the roster. Fans in Minnesota will be eager to see how the former Spartan translates his college success to the professional stage.