The Wild's Gamble on Prospects
The Minnesota Wild's season has not started as planned, with their reliance on young prospects not paying off.
Despite boasting a roster with recent draft picks, the team has struggled, and three of these players have already been reassigned to the AHL.
Management's reliance on solving their line-up issues from within seems to be part of the slow start to the season.
In an ideal world, General Manager Bill Guerin would not have had to include all seven of his top prospects, including Hunter Haight, Danila Yurov, and Jesper Wallstedt, on the opening night roster.
Injuries to key players like Mats Zuccarello and Nico Sturm have forced the team's hand, leading to a difficult start to the season.
Author's summary: Wild's prospect gamble not paying off.