Quinn Hughes returns to Vancouver as Minnesota Wild visit Canucks

Hughes reaffirms commitment to Minnesota before puck drop

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 1h1 min read

Quinn Hughes makes his return to Vancouver for the first time since his departure 🍿 📺: Wild vs. Canucks TONIGHT at 10pm Via @Sportsnet on X

What happened: Defenseman Quinn Hughes makes his first return to Vancouver tonight since his departure from the Canucks to join the Minnesota Wild.

Why it matters: Addressing his contract talks ahead of the trip, Hughes stated that he is excited and that his two feet are planted in Minnesota. The scheduled regular-season contest marks his first appearance in the market as a visiting player.

What to watch: The Wild and Canucks are scheduled for puck drop tonight at 10pm ET / 7pm PT on SNP, SN1, and Sportsnet+.

Sources

@Sportsnet 2026-10-25T15:51:53.219467+00:00

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