NHL Rumors: Quinn Hughes to become NHL's highest-paid defenseman surpassing Kirill Kaprizov's contract extension
Quinn Hughes is set to redefine NHL defenseman contracts with a massive extension, potentially this season, for the Minnesota Wild. Since his December 2025 trade from Vancouver, Hughes has averaged 1.21 points per game and ranks third in SPAR. His new deal could exceed $17 million annually, making him the league's highest-paid defenseman.
Quinn Hughes is set to redefine NHL defenseman contracts with a massive extension, potentially this season, for the Minnesota Wild. Since his December 2025 trade from Vancouver, Hughes has averaged 1.21 points per game and ranks third in SPAR. His new deal could exceed $17 million annually, making him the league's highest-paid defenseman.
