Kunin (knee) was sent down to AHL Iowa on Sunday, Michael Russo of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

This is a good sign for highly-touted prospect. His demotion to AHL Iowa means that his knee injury is progressing well and he should be medically cleared to get back to work soon. Kunin played 19 games with Minnesota last year and should be a solid contributor at the NHL level when healthy this season.

Kunin (knee) was designated for injured reserve by the Wild on Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

Kunin's placement on IR shouldn't come as a surprise considering he tore his ACL in March and is still working his way back to 100 percent. Once given the green light to return, the club could opt to give him some time in the minors to get back up to game speed before tossing him into NHL action.

Kunin (knee) sought medical clearance from a doctor Tuesday, though he's destined to be assigned to AHL Iowa once he's ready to play, Michael Russo of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

The key for Kunin will be proving that he can withstand contact and log consecutive practices without restrictions. "He's champing at the bit quite frankly and probably losing his mind wanting to do more, but staying within the parameters of what everybody wants him to do," Wild coach Bruce Boudreau said of the 20-year-old center.

Kunin (knee) won't be cleared for contact until at least early October, Michael Russo of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

This is a big blow for the 20-year-old center who was hoping to miss only part of training camp and preseason activities. It appears now that his absence from the ice will extend into the regular season and because of this setback, Kunin is likely to find himself in AHL Iowa upon receiving a clean bill of health. Last season, he appeared in 19 games at the NHL level, notching four points in those contests.

Kunin (knee) is unlikely to draw into scrimmages and preseason games early in training camp, Michael Russo of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Kunin is in danger of missing crucial ice time in training camp. The American center -- who was selected 15th overall in the 2016 draft -- produced four points in 19 games as a first-year player with the Wild in 2017-18. Even if Kunin returns for the second half of training camp, he'll be competing with the likes of Joel Eriksson Ek and Jordan Greenway for a spot in the bottom six. Those players are generally considered to be more NHL-ready than Kunin, so he'd have his work cut out for him either way.

Wild GM Paul Fenton said Kunin (knee) should be ready for the upcoming season, but it's not clear if he will be fit for training camp, the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

EDGE Analysis

Kunin's stated goal, of course, is to be ready for camp, though that is "still to be determined," according to the new GM. The prospect -- Minnesota took him 15th overall in 2015 -- tore his ACL last March, and considering the parent club has a pair of veterans (Eric Staal, Mikko Koivu) and two more rising stars (Joel Eriksson Ek, Jordan Greenway) filling out the center position on the depth chart, it doesn't seem like there's any incentive to push Kunin before he's 100 percent.

Kunin said his recovery from a torn ACL is "going great," and he's working towards being ready for the start of training camp, Michael Russo of The Athletic Minnesota reports.

EDGE Analysis

Russo spoke to Kunin at the 2018 NHL Entry Draft in Dallas on Friday. A prospect belonging to the Wild, Kunin went 15th overall in the 2015 draft, and ended up with four points (two goals, two assists) in 19 games as part of the 2017-18 campaign. Unfortunately, since he sustained his knee injury in March, the former Wisconsin Badger did not get a chance to make his NHL postseason debut. Fantasy owners involved in dynasty owners are encouraged to practice patience with Kunin since he carries plenty of upside.

Kunin (knee) was placed on injured reserve Sunday, per the NHL's official media site.

EDGE Analysis

This transaction was just a formality to free up another roster spot for Minnesota, as Kunin has already been ruled out for the remainder of 2017-18. Although there's no update on his recovery, Kunin should push for a spot on Minnesota's roster next season, when he regains full health and completes a rehab assignment.

Kunin tore the ACL in his left knee Sunday against Detroit and is expected to return in seven months.

EDGE Analysis

The former Wisconsin Badger finishes his rookie campaign having scored two goals and two assists in 19 games, and while those numbers leave something to be desired, Kunin is a highly-regarded prospect in Minnesota's organization. While the seven-month timeline that was given by the team gives Kunin a chance to play in early October, don't expect the team to rush their valued asset back into action. Kunin will undergo surgery in the coming weeks and the team will likely provide updates on his progress as their available.

Kunin (undisclosed) was absent from Monday's practice for a visit with the medical staff.

EDGE Analysis

Kunin's status for the team's tilt against the Hurricanes remains unclear, with coach Bruce Boudreau telling reporters the center will be reevaluated Tuesday. The Missouri native is stuck in a 12-game pointless streak, during which he has tallied a meager 17 shots, 22 hits and a minus-4 rating. Marcus Foligno is the odds on favorite to slot into the lineup if Kunin can't play versus Carolina.