Wild's Mats Zuccarello moving on, agrees to contract with Kings

NHL free agency Day 1: Wild lose Mats Zuccarello to Kings, but make few moves themselves

Zuccarello was Kirill Kaprizov’s wingman in Minnesota, but now heads to the West Coast on a deal that could be worth $6 million.

Wild's Mats Zuccarello moving on, agrees to contract with Kings

ST. PAUL — When training camp begins in September, Wild star winger Kirill Kaprizov will be looking to build chemistry with a new linemate. The fan-favorite duo of Kaprizov and Mats Zuccarello is officially no more, with the latter reportedly agreeing to a one-year, $1 million contract with the Los Angeles Kings in the opening hour of NHL free agency on Wednesday. Zuccarello, who will be 39 by the start of the regular season, spent seven seasons…

Mats Zuccarello moving on, agrees to contract with Kings

He finished last season with 15 goals and 39 assists in 59 games, and averaged a point per game in the playoffs.

Kings Sign Forward Mats Zuccarello To One-Year Contract

The LA Kings have signed forward Mats Zuccarello to a one-year contract worth an average annual value (AAV) of $1,000,000, and up to an additional $5,500,000 in performance bonuses, through the 2026-27 season. Zuccarello, 38, skated in 59 games for the Minnesota Wild in the 2025-26 campaign, recording 15 goals

First Reactions - Kings Reportedly Sign Mats Zuccarello, Corey Perry (one-year) & Erik Haula (two-years)

The LA Kings have made several signings today, with more to come. Starting with analysis of the biggest three moves they’ve made thus far, with reported contract information, all at the forward position. The Kings added forward Mats Zuccarello and Corey Perry on one-year contracts, with forward Erik Haula signing a two-year deal. Forward Scott […]