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Kirill Kaprizov reflects on Mats Zuccarello's departure to Kings

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 2:32 PM

Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Kirill Kaprizov reflects on Mats Zuccarello's departure to Kings

Summary

Minnesota Wild forward Kirill Kaprizov addressed the departure of longtime teammate Mats Zuccarello to the Los Angeles Kings on a one-year deal. Kaprizov expressed happiness for Zuccarello, acknowledging the close bond they shared on and off the ice. He emphasized the importance of their friendship and indicated a desire to step up his game in Zuccarello's absence. As Kaprizov seeks to maintain consistency after a fourth consecutive 40-goal season, the Wild aim to adapt to their new roster dynamics this season.

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By the Numbers

•Mats Zuccarello signed with the Los Angeles Kings.
•Kaprizov noted their strong personal and professional bond.
•Kaprizov has scored 40 goals in four consecutive seasons.
•The Wild will have a different look in the 2026-27 season.
•Kaprizov aims for greater consistency this year.

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2:32 PMYahoo Sports — Wild news: Kirill Kaprizov drops Mats Zuccarello truth bomb after departure

What they're saying

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The Minnesota Wild will look a little different this season , as one of their longtime players, Mats Zuccarello, left for the Los Angeles Kings in free agency on a one-year deal. It still may take some time for some to see Zuccarello in another jersey, one of them being his friend, Kirill Kaprizov. That doesn’t mean he isn’t happy for his former […] The post Wild news: Kirill Kaprizov drops Mats Zuccarello truth bomb after departure appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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