The Minnesota Wild have signed head coach John Hynes to a multi-year contract extension, according to a statement from the team. The news was also reported by Michael Russo on Bluesky, citing a source. The extension is expected to keep Hynes with the team for the foreseeable future.
John Hynes, 68, is a goaltender who played five games during the 1979-80 NCAA season. Despite his extensive coaching experience, he has not yet played an NHL regular-season game. His transition from player to coach has been a significant part of his career, and his work with the Wild has been widely noted.
Later reports have not provided additional details about the terms of the contract or the length of the extension. There is no indication of disagreement among sources about the signing itself. The Wild have not yet released further information about the specifics of the deal.
This signing reinforces the Wild's commitment to Hynes as their head coach. His leadership and experience are seen as key factors in the team's development and performance moving forward.