Jiricek, 21, was selected with the No. 6 pick in the 2022 NHL Draft but was unable to grab a regular spot in the Blue Jackets lineup.

Over the last few weeks, trade rumors around David Jiricek reached a fever pitch. The Columbus Blue Jackets explored their options as it became clear that things would not work out in Columbus. Jiricek played in the AHL as he awaited news of his future.

Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman David Jiricek, 21, the second blueliner taken in the 2022 NHL draft, will get a fresh start with the Minnesota Wild, who acquired the former sixth pick for defenseman Daemon Hunt,