How Matty Beniers' contract impacts Marco Rossi's future

On today's episode of Locked on Wild, we discuss Matty Beniers' new mega deal and its impact on Marco Rossi's future with the Minnesota Wild! We also dive into the Wild's goalie situation, including insights from Bill Guerin on Marc-Andre Fleury and the potential three-goalie rotation. Plus, get the scoop on the return of Bally Sports for the upcoming NHL season.
Join Seth Toupal and Alex Micheletti as they break down the implications of Beniers' contract extension on Rossi's upcoming deal. Will Fleury handle 40 games this season? How will the Wild manage their goalie rotation with Jesper Wallstedt in the mix? And what does Bally Sports' return mean for Wild fans?
Explore these questions and more in today's episode. Don't miss out on the in-depth analysis and insider perspectives on your favorite team and players.
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[@travzimmerman1340]

It'll be interesting to see what Guerin does with Rossi. Once the Beniers contract was revealed I said "uh-oh". I see this going 2 ways. Guerin trades Rossi for a 1st rounder. Guerin signs Rossi on a 2 or 3 year bridge deal around $5M-ish per. Remember, this is Bill Guerin we are talking about so all bets are off. I really hope Rossi isn't traded.

[@zentzisz]

Denny was cool as hell and a nice talk with him out on the patio while having a smoke! Most importantly, I got to hear him say, "They have to play the kids!" In person it was rad

[@tylerbach3519]

So jealous. Wish I was there lol. I just couldn't force myself to make it work haha. I'll get in on it next time though 😁

[@briangeary7684]

Kind of like Boldy previously, sign him maybe for a little less money, offering term security. If this becomes difficult, then you have a solid asset to use to fill in needs. Khusnutdinov / Heidt / Ek / Trenin all are centers. Add in Hartman, Freddy who have played the center position and I would offer something fair and see what the Rossi camp says. Preferably we all want Rossi long term, but as always, it does come down to a fair landing point for both parties.

[@samlowrey63]

They'll sign a 2-3 year contract with Marco. Just looking at stats on different teams with different roles at different team skill levels.......is a fools game. I get the feeling that Rossi isn't a prototypical Guerin type player.......so, I feel he'll tread lightly with Marco's extension.

[@jeremeymcdude]

The issue I think with the TV deals is That the teams dont try to work things like they are in the Minors where the broadcast is done via Radio commentary and streamed on a service like Flo or in the case of the AHL, on a streaming platform owned and ran by the league itself. Also the idea where you broadcast games to local stations within the already serviced area, Sell ads from local companies, it's pretty simple to figure out.

[@tylerbach3519]

It's not that hard!!! Lol. You got the right idea.

[@travzimmerman1340]

The problem is there's no money in it for streaming or broadcasting platforms. That's been proven and is one of the main reasons a platform like Comcast, for example, have no interest in the NHL because they've done enough research to know their customer acquisition and retention is MUCH easier at a lower price point without Ballys than it is with Ballys. Ever notice LONG stretches during breaks of no ads at all during Wild games and the same ads repeated during gameplay? Couple that with greedy owners and we are where we are.

[@user-zp4ct2ji3j]

в смысле ? Марко Росси обменяют ??? Нет это не нужно делать ! Герин не дай бог ты это сделаешь !

[@alexmicheletti2751]

Я не думаю, что они сейчас будут торговать Марко Росси, если только переговоры по контракту не пройдут хорошо

[@keithwilliams7755]

Rossi bridge deal incoming. Just don’t want to see him get traded for an older player. When Rossi hits his ceiling I want him to be in a Wild jersey. Personally I’d love to see them go 7 -8 year with him. He’s going to keep improving of that I have no doubt.

[@samlowrey63]

Guys! On the Diamond Sports deal, the judge has to also find an equitable solution for the lenders too! It's NOT JUST a binary solution that's being negotiated. There are 3+ parties that the Judge has to satisfy......and Diamond is third or lower on that list.

[@jimlittle5769]

Honestly, I wish they had moved Fleury.

[@travzimmerman1340]

Guerin could've also just not re-signed him, because he wasn't under contract for 2024-25.

[@jimlittle5769]

@travzimmerman1340 Fair enough. My larger point was, I think this team should move on from Fleury.

[@travzimmerman1340]

​@jimlittle5769 Oh, I agree. Unfortunately Flower has a NMC so he would need to waive that in order to be traded. I don't think that happens until the trade deadline when the Wild are on the outside looking in and I think Flower would only waive to go to a Cup contender.

[@bobholst874]

​@@travzimmerman1340I would love for Flower to get tgat goalie fight! That's about all. Mentoring for big money!

[@NathanMuckala-gb7is]

Billy g will probably trade him for another Marcus Johansen

[@bobholst874]

From what I have learned Billy was really frosted after Carcas performed at at the Worlds and was a loafing wallflower all last season. Carcas may just get bought out during camp. GM's get even by stringing the player and giving them the hook when it is the hardest time to get a new ride! Billy may likely stringing Carcas along to slow play revenge. I know I was thumbs down on Carcas...if anything it's intensified for me!

[@tylerbach3519]

@bobholst874 Look at what happened to Addison last season... Not trying to speak ill on Calen but he didn't or couldn't shape up and was dropped for the first piece of trade bait to SJ (ouch). Just how it goes.

[@travzimmerman1340]

Know this, if negotiations linger and Rossi plays hardball and this goes to ARB, Rossi will not be resigned in MN in 2026. Not a snowball's chance in hell.

[@LockedonWild]

100%. If he goes to arb it'll end the same way things did with Fiala

[@travzimmerman1340]

​@@LockedonWild Seth, heard the Canes are close to signing Seth Jarvis around the $7M+ to $8M mark. Another deal I really hope Rossi's agent hasn't heard about yet. (If rumors are legit)

[@LockedonWild]

@@travzimmerman1340 GDI lol

[@Dan-ni7sq]

Going into year six and no playoff series wins. Billy would be fired most places.

[@travzimmerman1340]

I'm guessing Guerin was given a longer leash with the buyouts, which Leipold signed off on.

[@Scalptrash]

Guys, it’s time to admit that Guerin is in over his head. He runs the Wild like his own personal pet project. Not what’s best for the team or the fans.