Minnesota Wild, Marco Rossi at Contract Impasse Amid Trade Interest

Marco Rossi, a restricted free agent center for the Minnesota Wild, is at the center of contract negotiations and trade rumors due to a significant gap between his camp's contract demands and the Wild's offers. Rossi seeks a long-term deal comparable to Matthew Boldy's seven years at $49 million, while the Wild have offered a five-year, $25 million contract and a shorter bridge deal, both rejected by Rossi's side. Despite limited playoff ice time and dissatisfaction expressed by Rossi, Wild GM Bill Guerin has stated that the team values Rossi and is not eager to trade him, although they are open to offers if they improve the team. Several teams—including the Flyers, Canucks, Sabres, Hurricanes, Flames, and Canadiens—have shown interest in Rossi, with the Flyers reportedly unwilling to part with key assets such as winger Tyson Foerster or late first-round picks, contrary to some reports. Guerin has denied any serious trade discussions or specific demands involving these assets and emphasized that no concrete trade talks have occurred yet. Negotiations and potential trade discussions are expected to continue leading up to the NHL Draft, with both sides maintaining that talks are ongoing but unresolved.