Bill Guerin’s handling of the Quinn Hughes trade has been hailed as a major success for the Minnesota Wild. Yet the defenseman’s long‑term status with the team remains unclear. As uncertainty lingers, Guerin may soon face tough choices regarding Hughes’ future.

Trading for superstar defenseman Quinn Hughes has been a huge win for Minnesota Wild GM Bill Guerin. But as the defenseman's future remains uncertain, Guerin needs to be prepared to potentially make some difficult decisions.