In a recent episode of The Flying V podcast, trade chatter centered around Vincent Trocheck, with The Athletic’s Vincent Mercogliano proposing an intriguing scenario. As the trade deadline looms, Trocheck is becoming a hot commodity, and the Minnesota Wild are emerging as early contenders for his services.
Mercogliano laid out a potential trade package that could see the New York Rangers receiving a 1st-round pick from the Wild, likely slated for 2027 or 2028. Additionally, the deal might include Charlie Stramel, Minnesota’s 2023 1st-round pick currently honing his skills at Michigan State with a promising B+ prospect rating. To sweeten the pot, a secondary piece could be involved-perhaps a mid-level defensive prospect or a mid-round pick.
This proposed haul seems fitting for Trocheck, who carries a $5.625 million cap hit with three years left on his contract. Minnesota’s need for a gritty second-line center, combined with GM Bill Guerin’s admiration for Trocheck, makes this a potential match made in hockey heaven.
Trocheck himself has shown a sense of humor about the situation, even jokingly posing with the Wild at the Olympics as if he were part of their squad.
Meanwhile, the Detroit Red Wings and Carolina Hurricanes are also rumored to be in the mix for Trocheck. With a 12-team no-trade clause in his contract, Trocheck has some say in where he might land, but it’s unlikely to significantly impact the overall return in any deal.
As the trade deadline approaches, keep an eye on this developing story-Trocheck’s next destination could shake up the playoff picture.