The Athletic Hockey Show Do the Wild have interest in Jordan Kyrou?
Nov 13, 2025
In this discussion, veteran hockey journalist Michael Russo shares insights on the Minnesota Wild's slow start and their potential interest in trading for Jordan Kyrou. He evaluates Shane Pinto's chances for Team USA at the Winter Olympics and highlights standout performances from the Canada–USA Women's Rivalry Series, notably Abbey Murphy and Caroline Harvey. Russo also addresses the Wild's roster struggles and compares young talents like Zeev Bouyem and Connor Bedard, shedding light on their development trajectories.
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Pinto Is On The Radar, Not A Lock
- Michael Russo says Shane Pinto is on the Olympic radar but likely outside the top choices if everyone is healthy.
- Pinto could still serve as a 13th/14th forward emergency option with value in overtime and penalty killing.
Abby Murphy Emerges As X‑Factor
- Russo was impressed by the U.S. women's speed, skill and depth after the Rivalry Series.
- He highlighted Abby Murphy as a uniquely impactful, skilled agitator who changes game dynamics.
Learning Players By Watching Live
- Russo recounts watching Abby Murphy play and being struck by her combination of skill and agitation.
- He describes the experience of covering the Rivalry Series as like scouting and learning new player stories.