Minnesota Wild Signs Forward Charlie Stramel to Entry-level Contract
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Key Points:
- Minnesota Wild signed forward Charlie Stramel to a three-year, entry-level NHL contract starting in the 2026-27 season, as announced by GM Bill Guerin.
- Stramel, 21, had a standout senior season at Michigan State with 44 points, seven game-winning goals, and a plus-29 rating in 37 games, earning several accolades including All-Big Ten First Team and Hobey Baker Award finalist.
- Over two collegiate seasons at Michigan State, Stramel totaled 71 points and played a key role in winning the 2024-25 Big Ten Championship, while previously playing two seasons at the University of Wisconsin and in the USHL.
- Stramel has international experience representing the U.S. in multiple IIHF Under-18 and World Junior Championships, earning silver and bronze medals.
- The Wild selected Stramel 21st overall in the 2023 NHL Draft, and he will wear jersey number 15; tickets for the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs first round are currently on sale.
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