The Minnesota Wild have recalled forward Nico Sturm from injured reserve, ending his recent recovery period from an upper-body injury. The team simultaneously sent forward Hunter Haight to the AHL’s Iowa Wild to accommodate the move. Sturm, who has been regaining strength over the past week, returns to the active roster as the Wild adjust their depth. The roster shuffle reflects ongoing adjustments amid the team’s ongoing injury management.

According to a team announcement, the Minnesota Wild have activated bottom-six forward Nico Sturm from the injured reserve. In a corresponding roster move, the Wild reassigned forward Hunter Haight to the AHL’s Iowa Wild. Sturm, 31, has been working his way back from an upper-body injury for the past week. Though officially described as an […]