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St. Paul, Minnesota – The Minnesota Wild have announced the signing of several free agents, including goaltender Cal Petersen and forward Tyler Pitlick. Additionally, they have secured forward Nicolas Aube-Kubel.
Aube-Kubel has agreed to a one-year, two-way contract worth $775,000 at the NHL level and $500,000 in the AHL.
The 29-year-old forward tallied one goal, one assist, 40 hits, and 19 penalty minutes in 22 games last season against the Buffalo Sabres and New York Rangers. Over seven NHL seasons and 304 games, he has compiled 32 goals, 48 assists, 80 points, 672 hits, and 202 penalty minutes.
Aube-Kubel was part of the Stanley Cup-winning Colorado Avalanche team in 2022, where he notched 11 goals, 11 assists, 22 points, 123 hits, and 41 penalty minutes across 67 games.
This addition gives the Wild both AHL depth and a player who can step into NHL action when needed. He has also scored 56 goals, 61 assists, and 117 points in 255 AHL games throughout his career.
Additional Wild Updates
The Minnesota Wild have also signed Nico Sturm to a two-year contract with an average annual value of $2 million. As previously noted, Sturm appears to be an ideal fit for the team.
Goaltender Cal Petersen has been signed to a one-year, one-way contract worth $775,000.
Forward Tyler Pitlick has been signed to a two-year, two-way contract, adding depth to the American Hockey League roster.
Fan Take: These signings strengthen the Minnesota Wild’s roster flexibility and depth, vital for competing in a demanding NHL season. Bringing in experienced players like Aube-Kubel and Petersen gives the team reliable options to handle injuries or lineup changes, which is crucial for sustained success.
