The likelihood of a Minnesota Wild defensemen being moved this offseason seems to be more and more of a reality as time passes. The idea that the team can take a strength/talent surplus in the defense and leverage it to gain in an area where they are lacking in forwards is exactly what makes a good trade. The other side though of any trade is what is left after players are moved. The Wild will need to take a hard look should they move a defender to see if the players remaining can pick up the slack.
When looking at who would be left on the Wild in the event a defenseman is moved, the discussion should revolve around the bottom three players on the defensive depth chart because they will most likely not be moved.