Quinn Hughes isn’t sweating contract talks with the Wild, doesn’t see the season start as a deadline

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Quinn Hughes unwound after an eventful hockey season with a trip to his Michigan lake house, spending time with his brothers and friends. The defenseman and Olympic gold medalist said he's content with the Wild's direction and isn't focused on his future. His agent, Pat Brisson, and the Wild's general manager, Bill Guerin, have begun contract negotiations, but Hughes isn't feeling pressured before the Oct.

1 season start. Hughes has a $7.85 million salary cap hit in his final year and could potentially surpass the highest annual average value in league history. He's happy in Minnesota, where he fits in well with his teammates and family connections.