The Minnesota Wild have made their largest acquisition of the offseason, acquiring a Russian winger who might be on his last legs. Announced by the team Monday afternoon, the Wild have acquired Vladimir Tarasenko from the Detroit Red Wings. What did they have to give up? Absolutely nothing. Of course, there is a reason… Continue reading Wild Acquire Vladimir Tarasenko For Free – Minnesota Wild
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The Tarasenko Trade Is Sneaky Clever – Minnesota Wild
Minnesota sports fans have a very strong sense of fairness. It’s a sentiment common among middle children and others who feel passed over, likely a result of some simple math. In the 26 seasons of the North Stars plus the 25 seasons of the Wild, you’d expect one or two Stanley Cups in Minnesota just… Continue reading The Tarasenko Trade Is Sneaky Clever – Minnesota Wild
Does Vladimir Tarasenko Have Any Gas Left In the Tank? – Minnesota Wild
Before diving into Vladimir Tarasenko’s game, it must be said up top: There’s no such thing as a bad one-year deal. The Minnesota Wild acquired Tarasenko from the Detroit Red Wings on Monday in a cap dump trade where they gave up nothing. In a league where few teams are actually against the salary cap,… Continue reading Does Vladimir Tarasenko Have Any Gas Left In the Tank? – Minnesota Wild