Chicago Blackhawks
· 2026-07-02
Former Chicago Blackhawks captain Nick Foligno is continuing his NHL career with the Minnesota Wild.
The 38-year-old Foligno was traded to the Wild at the 2026 NHL Trade Deadline.
Foligno was a great captain for the Chicago Blackhawks following Jonathan Toews' departure.
He helped develop a young team and was a great mentor to Connor Bedard.
The Blackhawks traded Foligno to the Minnesota Wild, allowing him to play with his brother Marcus.
The trade was a solid move by the Blackhawks, as it allowed Foligno to play for a Stanley Cup contender.
Foligno's experience and leadership will be missed by the Blackhawks, who are currently 15th in the Western Conference with a 29-39 record.
The team is on a W1 streak after winning 5-2 against the San Jose Sharks on 2026-04-16.
Foligno signed a one-year extension with the Minnesota Wild, which will carry a cap hit of $900K.
He will have another chance to win the Stanley Cup alongside his brother Marcus.
As a defensive-minded 4th line player, Foligno will be a solid complementary piece on a team loaded with stars.
The Wild won its first-round series over the Dallas Stars but was defeated in the second round by the Colorado Avalanche.
Foligno's signing is a positive move for the Wild, who are looking to build on their recent success.
The Chicago Blackhawks, on the other hand, will need to find new leadership and continue to develop their young players.