Three Devils Prospects Who Might Be Traded for Quinn Hughes

The Minnesota Wild’s General Manager Bill Guerin is set to meet with Quinn Hughes this week to discuss a potential contract extension. If the discussions lean towards Hughes sticking with his original plan of joining his brothers on the New Jersey Devils, a trade could be on the horizon.

In such a scenario, the Devils would likely need to part with a roster player or two, along with high-end draft picks. However, prospects are expected to play a significant role in any trade package for the eldest Hughes.

Should the Devils manage to acquire Quinn ahead of schedule, one or more of these three prospects could be on the move:

Mikhail Yegorov

Mikhail Yegorov stands out as the only long-term goaltending solution for the New Jersey Devils. If the team decides to trade him, it would need to be for an elite player like Quinn Hughes. Otherwise, keeping Yegorov within the organization would be the wiser choice.

The Minnesota Wild currently have a solid goaltending duo in Jesper Wallstedt and Filip Gustavsson. Despite Gustavsson’s recent surgery that will keep him out at the start of the season, the Wild are confident in their goaltending future. However, acquiring Yegorov could prompt them to reconsider their current setup, potentially using one of their established goalies as trade bait to bolster other areas of their roster. Yegorov possesses the talent to become a starting goalie in the NHL, but further development is necessary.

Anton Silayev

Anton Silayev is another prospect of interest, though his selection as the 10th overall pick in 2024 raised some eyebrows, as many believed the Devils should have opted for Zeev Buium. The Wild’s subsequent trade to acquire Buium, which was later used to help secure Quinn Hughes from the Canucks, adds an intriguing layer to this narrative.

Despite the questionable drafting decision, Silayev remains a valuable young prospect aiming to make his mark in the NHL. For the Wild, the opportunity to recoup a high-ceiling defenseman through a deal involving Hughes aligns perfectly with their organizational goals.

Alexander Command

Selected 12th overall in the 2026 NHL Draft, Alexander Command is another player the Devils are high on. His potential as a two-way forward makes him an enticing prospect, but as with any trade, acquiring a top-tier player often requires giving up valuable assets.

The Wild’s depth down the middle is a concern, and if Command realizes his potential as a center, he would be a significant addition to their lineup. However, parting with a high-end prospect so early in his career is a tough decision that teams must grapple with when pursuing big trades.

Note: This recap is an independently written summary based on publicly available reporting.