Roster Update: Minnesota Wild Parts Ways with Brett Leason
In a recent roster update, the Minnesota Wild announced on Tuesday that they have parted ways with forward Brett Leason, who was participating in a professional tryout (PTO) during their training camp. Leason, along with defenseman Jack Johnson, was signed for the duration of the camp in hopes of securing a spot on the team.
Leason’s Career Overview
At 26 years old, Leason has a total of 220 NHL appearances under his belt, having spent the last four seasons with the Washington Capitals and the Anaheim Ducks. Despite his efforts in every preseason game, he failed to impress the Wild’s coaching staff sufficiently to earn a permanent position on the roster. Consequently, he has been released from his tryout and now enters free agency.
Contract Extension for Kirill Kaprizov
In other news from the Minnesota Wild, the franchise recently locked in star forward Kirill Kaprizov with an impressive eight-year contract extension valued at $136 million, averaging $17 million per year. This move signifies the team’s commitment to their key players as they strive for competitive success.
Training Camp Developments
Additionally, fans have been closely following other training camp developments, including Hunter Haight’s notable performances, and the health status of veteran Mats Zuccarello, who is projected to be sidelined for the time being.
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