Minnesota Wild Strengthens Defense by Acquiring Daemon Hunt from Waivers and Recalling Matt Kiersted from Iowa
Minnesota Wild Strengthens Defense with Strategic Roster Moves
Minnesota Wild Adds Depth by Claiming Daemon Hunt from Waivers
In a decisive move to strengthen their defense, the Minnesota Wild has claimed defenseman Daemon Hunt off waivers from the Columbus Blue Jackets. Bill Guerin, the team’s President of Hockey Operations and General Manager, announced the update today. This new addition is expected to boost the team’s performance in the upcoming season.
Defenseman Daemon Hunt: A Promising Addition
Daemon Hunt, at just 23 years of age, brings a solid track record from his time in both the NHL and AHL. Standing at 6-foot-1 and weighing 198 pounds, the Brandon, Manitoba native debuted with the Minnesota Wild at Washington on October 27, 2023. His statistics include 59 points, 64 penalty minutes, and 224 shots over 173 AHL games, which he spent across five seasons with the Iowa Wild and Cleveland Monsters.
Hunt also distinguished himself in the Western Hockey League (WHL), where he served as Moose Jaw Warriors’ captain and accumulated 94 points over five seasons. His leadership and skills make him a valuable asset to the Wild’s defensive lineup.
Matt Kiersted Recalled to Enhance Defensive Lineup
Alongside Hunt’s addition, Matt Kiersted has been recalled from the Iowa Wild of the American Hockey League (AHL). Last season, the 27-year-old native of Elk River, Minnesota, led the Charlotte Checkers in plus-minus rating and proved instrumental in their push to the Calder Cup Finals.
- 29 points scored during last AHL season
- 40 penalty minutes and an impressive plus-34 rating
- Experience includes 233 AHL games with 85 career points
- Career highlights include helping the University of North Dakota to numerous victories
With these assets in his portfolio, Kiersted is poised for impactful performances for the Minnesota Wild.
Strategic Roster Adjustments
To accommodate these changes, the team has released defenseman Jack Johnson from his professional tryout. The decision marks the team’s commitment to infusing young talent and fresh strategic approaches to maintain competitiveness in the NHL.
Minnesota is gearing up for a preseason matchup against the Chicago Blackhawks tonight at 7 p.m. The game will be broadcast on FanDuel Sports Network North and KFAN FM 100.3.
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