Trade Overview
In a strategic move, the Minnesota Wild have secured a fourth-round pick in the upcoming NHL draft by trading Declan Chisholm, a pending restricted free agent, along with their sixth-round pick, which was 180th overall, to the Washington Capitals. The terms of this exchange also included the rights to unrestricted free agent defenseman Chase Priskie, whose signing is now a possibility for the Wild.
Chisholm’s Contributions
Chisholm, age 25, contributed to the Wild’s defensive efforts last season, recording 2 goals and 10 assists across 66 games. His reliability was especially notable during injuries to key players Jonas Brodin and Jake Middleton. Over a span of two seasons, Chisholm has accumulated 20 points from 5 goals in 95 games with Minnesota.
Future Implications
With this trade, the Wild now possess three fourth-round selections (Nos. 102, 121, and 123), a significant asset heading into the draft. The team’s strategy may shift towards acquiring another NHL-level defenseman, particularly since they are now counting on inexperienced players like rookies Zeev Buium and David Jiricek to fill critical roles in their defensive lineup. Chisholm’s exit from the roster also opens up opportunities for 2021 first-round draft choice Carson Lambos, who may find himself elevated in the team’s depth hierarchy.
About Chase Priskie
Regarding Priskie, he has limited NHL experience with only four games played during the 2021-2022 season for the Florida Panthers, where he did not score. However, he had a productive year in the AHL with the Hershey Bears, netting 12 goals and totaling 35 points last season.
