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Wild Sign Nicolas Aubé-Kubel, Matt Kiersted, Cal Petersen

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Pro Hockey Rumors
Jul 2, 2025 6:19 PM

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In a significant move, the Minnesota Wild have announced the signings of forward Nicolas Aube-Kubel, defenseman Matt Kiersted, and goaltender Cal Petersen. This trio is set to bolster the Wild's roster as they prepare for the upcoming NHL season. Aube-Kubel, known for his tenacity and scoring ability, aims to bring additional offensive depth to the team's forward lines.

Matt Kiersted, a solid two-way defenseman, will contribute to the Wild's blue line, enhancing their defensive capabilities. His experience from previous seasons will be invaluable as he joins the ranks of Minnesota's defensive unit. The team is looking for him to make an immediate impact by providing stability and support to the existing defensemen.

In net, Cal Petersen will be competing for the starting position after a mixed bag of performances in the past. The Wild are hopeful that he can recapture his form and deliver consistent goaltending. With this signing, Minnesota aims to solidify their goaltending situation, ensuring they have reliable options as they pursue a deep playoff run.

Collectively, these signings reflect the Wild's strategy of building a competitive lineup capable of challenging for the Stanley Cup. As they move forward, fans are excited to see how Aube-Kubel, Kiersted, and Petersen integrate into the team's system and what kind of impact they will have in the 2025 season.