Wild Sign Star Defenseman to Massive Extension
The Minnesota Wild have signed star defenseman Brock Faber to an eight-year extension worth $68 million ($8.5 million AAV), the team announced Monday. The new e
www.si.comBrock Faber’s contract situation hasn’t changed recently in public reporting; the notable deal was his eight-year extension with the Minnesota Wild announced in 2024, which runs through 2032-33 and carries an average annual value around $8.5 million.[1][2][3]
Key points you might find useful
- The extension was announced in July 2024 and kicks in for the 2025-26 season, locking Faber into a long-term deal with the Wild.[2][1]
- It positioned Faber as a cornerstone defender for the foreseeable future, aligning his cap hit with other elite young defensemen in the league.[3]
Recent status summary
- As of April 2026, there have been no widely reported changes or new contract negotiations publicly disclosed beyond the 2024 extension.[3]
- If you’re tracking up-to-the-minute updates or potential renegotiations, I can search current outlets for any new developments.