The Minnesota Wild's Prospects Gamble
The Minnesota Wild's season has not started as expected, with their young prospects failing to make an immediate impact. Despite boasting a roster stocked with recent draft picks, the team has struggled, and three of these players have already been reassigned to the AHL.
General manager Bill Guerin's plan was to have a more gradual introduction of young players to the lineup, but injuries to key players like Mats Zuccarello and Nico Sturm have forced his hand. As a result, players like Hunter Haight, Danila Yurov, and Jesper Wallstedt have been thrust into action sooner than expected.
Management's reliance on solving their line-up issues from within seems to be part of the slow start to the season.
The team must now regroup and reassess their strategy to get their season back on track. With a talented but inexperienced roster, the Wild face a challenging road ahead.
Author's summary: Wild's prospect gamble not paying off due to injuries and slow start.