Kirill Kaprizov poised to stay with Minnesota Wild as NHL insider hints at extension talks heating up

Minnesota Wild and Kirill Kaprizov are nearing a contract extension. Reporter Michael Russo mentioned that financial terms are almost settled. However, some miscommunications occurred during the offseason. General Manager Bill Guerin wants to meet Kaprizov in person to finalize the deal. Kaprizov is currently in Russia. The Wild anticipate his return soon.