Kaprizov -- who has yet to sign an entry-level deal -- will likely not be able to link up with the Wild for the remainder of the 2019-20 campaign, Michael Russo of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

According to the reports, Kaprizov had hoped to burn the first year of his NHL deal by joining Minnesota for the rest of the 2019-20 season. However, it appears the league plans to require all college, junior and European contracts to begin with 2020-21. The NHL's decision could complicate the Wild's pursuit of the Russian winger. The 23-year-old is coming off a KHL season in which he racked up 33 goals and 29 helpers in 57 contests with CSKA Moscow.