Minnesota Wild Recalls Forward Hunter Haight From Iowa

Haight, 21, has appeared in 5 NHL games with Minnesota this season.

Mar. 17, 2026 at 3:04pm

The Minnesota Wild have recalled forward Hunter Haight from their American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate, the Iowa Wild. Haight, a 21-year-old from Strathroy, Ontario, has collected 23 points in 43 games for Iowa this season and represented the team at the 2026 AHL All-Star Classic.

Why it matters

The recall of Haight demonstrates the Minnesota Wild's commitment to developing young talent and providing opportunities for their top prospects to gain NHL experience. Haight's performance in the AHL has earned him this chance to contribute at the highest level.

The details

Hunter Haight, a 2022 second-round draft pick by the Wild, made his NHL debut on October 9 and has appeared in 5 games with Minnesota this season. In 43 games with Iowa, he has 23 points (12 goals, 11 assists) and 89 shots on goal, ranking tied for second on the team in goals and third in shots. Haight had 34 points in 67 games during his rookie AHL season last year, finishing second on Iowa in goals, power-play goals, and shots on goal.

  • Haight made his NHL debut on October 9, 2025.
  • Haight has appeared in 5 NHL games with Minnesota this season.
  • Haight has collected 23 points in 43 games for Iowa this season.
  • Haight represented Iowa at the 2026 AHL All-Star Classic.

The players

Hunter Haight

A 21-year-old forward from Strathroy, Ontario who was selected by the Minnesota Wild in the second round of the 2022 NHL Draft.

Bill Guerin

The President of Hockey Operations and General Manager of the Minnesota Wild.

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What’s next

Minnesota plays at the Chicago Blackhawks tonight at 6:30 p.m. on FanDuel Sports Network, TNT (outside the Minnesota Wild television market) and KFAN FM 100.3.

The takeaway

The recall of Hunter Haight demonstrates the Minnesota Wild's commitment to developing their young talent and providing opportunities for their top prospects to gain valuable NHL experience.