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After 17 years with the Minnesota Wild, Ricard Persson ascends to Director of Amateur Scouting, overseeing the team's draft strategy and European talent identification.
The Wild added size and skill with the selections of Adam Andersson, Kayden Lemire, and Filip Ruzicka.
The Minnesota Wild selected just three players in the 2026 NHL Draft, the smallest class in franchise history. The picks — Adam Andersson, Kayden Lemire and Filip Ruzicka — address specific gaps as the team looks to stay competitive.
The Wild added size, skill, and potential between the pipes in the latest draft, selecting Andersson in the third round, Lemire in the fourth, and Ruzicka in the fifth.
Minnesota moved up to the 83rd overall pick, selecting the 6‑foot‑4 forward from Sweden while also securing a future selection in the deal.