Minnesota Wild
· 2026-06-27
The Minnesota Wild's Bill Guerin was named the NHL's top general manager, receiving the Jim Gregory Award.
Guerin's seventh season as Wild general manager was marked by significant moves, including the acquisition of Quinn Hughes in December.
The team also made trade deadline deals to bring in Nick Foligno, Bobby Brink, and Michael McCarron.
These moves contributed to the Wild's first playoff series win in over a decade, with Guerin's efforts recognized by the NHL.
Guerin also signed star forward Kirill Kaprizov to the richest contract in NHL history prior to the start of the season.
As the Wild looks to build on their success, Guerin's award is a testament to his leadership and vision for the team.
The Wild currently stands 3rd in the Western Conference with a 46-24 record, on a W1 streak, after losing 4-3 to the Colorado Avalanche on 2026-05-14.
Guerin's experience as a player, with over 1,200 games in the NHL, has likely informed his decision-making as general manager.
He won the Stanley Cup with New Jersey and Pittsburgh during his playing career.
Guerin's wife Kara and other family members surprised him with the trophy at a gathering on Lake Minnetonka.
The Jim Gregory Award has been given annually since 2010, with Guerin being the first Wild general manager to receive the honor.
Chris MacFarland, formerly of Colorado, and Pat Verbeek of Anaheim were the other finalists for the award.
Guerin's success extends beyond the Wild, as he also assembled the American team that won the nation's first gold medal in Olympic men's hockey since the 1980 Miracle on Ice.