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For several weeks now, the name of the iconic goaltender has been circulating around the NHL.
The goaltender played 26 games last season, and it can be said that he helped the Minnesota Wild.
Even though his name continues to surface, everything seemed to indicate that he would not return to action.
That said, he was spotted at a practice with his former team.
Marc-André Fleury’s appearance at Wild practice reignites comeback rumours
“Marc-Andre Fleury on the ice today in Minny.”
– Allan Walsh
Goaltender Marc-André Fleury practiced with the Minnesota Wild, and his presence on the ice has reignited rumours of a return to play.
The 41-year-old Quebec veteran does not appear ready to hang up his pads for good, despite his past statements.
The Wild find themselves in a delicate situation with a goaltending hierarchy that could unravel at any moment.
The team has turned to Filip Gustavsson and could use the young Wallstedt as trade currency to help the roster.
If Fleury signs a contract before the trade deadline, Jesper Wallstedt could be on his way out quickly.
Wallstedt was drafted 20th overall in 2021 by the Wild and is now 23 years old.
The Swede possesses undeniable raw talent, but he needs regular playing time to reach his full potential as a starting goaltender.
The Wild currently hold a competitive position in the playoff race and are desperately seeking offensive reinforcements.
Sacrificing a top prospect like Wallstedt could allow the team to acquire a top-six winger capable of changing the course of a playoff series.
Fleury has 575 career wins, and his playoff experience is an asset that Gustavsson does not yet have.
Finally, we will continue to monitor the situation closely, but nothing is impossible in Fleury’s case.
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