The Minnesota Wild have sent rookie forward Charlie Stramel to the Iowa Wild in the American Hockey League, ending his bid to secure a spot on the NHL roster after training camp. The hometown player, who had been training with the team, will now begin his professional career in the AHL without any accompanying trade or roster move. The decision comes after he spent additional days with the parent club but ultimately fell short of an NHL opportunity. Fans and analysts will watch to see how his performance develops in the minor league.

This afternoon the Minnesota Wild announced that Charlie Stramel has been assigned to the Iowa Wild (AHL). No corresponding transaction was made. The hometown product made a push to make the team out of camp as a first-year pro. Instead he’ll head to the AHL after soaking in a few extra days with the big […]