Will Minnesota Wild Rumors Hurt Thomas Vanek’s Trade Value?

October 15th, 2013 by Jonathan Willis Leave a reply »

It’s hard to escape the twin impressions that Thomas Vanek is just waiting for his chance to escape from Buffalo, and that his ultimate destination is the Minnesota Wild. Both, if accurate, would be bad news for the Buffalo Sabres.

Last April, it was Vanek who drove his friend and linemate Jason Pominville to the airport to join the Wild after the former Sabre was dealt at the NHL trade deadline. With Vanek a free agent this summer, Pominville’s the one being asked if Vanek might be making the same trip in July.

This is how Pominville responded to the Star Tribune’s Michael Russo when he made the inquiry:

It’s funny. It feels like I answer that question at least once or twice a day. It’ll be interesting to see how it all plays out. He’s a very smart guy and talented player. I’m sure he’ll take his time and make the best decision when the time comes.

It’s an understandable question.



On the one hand, the Wild have a clear slot for a player like Vanek both in their lineup and salary cap structure. Dany Heatley, whose career has taken ...

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