John Hynes praises Danila Yurov's potential as top center for Wild
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 19, 2026, 2:08 AM
Last updated Oct 19, 2026
Minnesota Wild head coach John Hynes praised center Danila Yurov after a 2-1 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets. Yurov, 22, has scored three goals in four games, showing potential for a top-two line center role. Hynes emphasized Yurov's hockey IQ and contributions beyond scoring, including reliable play on the penalty kill. Amid trade rumors, Yurov's developing skills could influence the Wild's roster decisions moving forward. He is also working with former NHL player Derek Stepan to improve his faceoff performance, which Hynes noted is crucial for his growth.
- •Yurov scored three goals in four games this season.
- •Hynes calls Yurov a top-two line center candidate.
- •Yurov has been effective on the penalty kill.
- •Yurov is improving his faceoff skills with Derek Stepan.
- •Trade rumors involve Yurov and potentially Dylan Larkin.
- 2:08 AMYahoo Sports — 'He’s Going To Be A Top-Two Line Center’: John Hynes Praises Young Center Danila Yurov
"Wild head coach John Hynes believes Danila Yurov will be a top-six center in the NHL. With three goals in four games and trade rumors swirling, his emergence presents Minnesota with an interesting decision.
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