Feb 21, 2020; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Minnesota Wild defensemen Carson Soucy (21) celebrates after scoring a second period goal against the Edmonton Oilers at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-USA TODAY Sports
The Minnesota Wild did themselves a huge favor when they bought out both Ryan Suter and Zach Parise, at least for this season. They can now protect an additional forward like Nico Sturm or Victor Rask. On defense, they can finally protect Matt Dumba.
However, another very good defenseman is exposed in Carson Soucy and is likely to be taken by the Seattle Kraken.