Mikko Koivu C FA Tue 4/10/12 8:41 AM
Mikko Koivu
C FA
Minnesota Wild general manager Chuck Fletcher is hopeful that he can add one or two top pieces this offseason, through free agency or trade.
The Wild's payroll is dropping this summer to near the NHL's cap floor of $48.4 million, and the GM is open to adding players through any means possible. "We have a lot of growth potential," Fletcher said. "The things we do well, we do well. Our weaknesses are obvious and transparent. But we're a team (for which) one or two players can make a big difference." Fletcher is optimistic that the growth of some young players will make a difference next season, too, but will be on the lookout for the top-end talents that can provide an immediate impact. Minnesota finished 35-36-11 this season.