Predicting every NHL team’s future Hall of Famers

Minnesota Wild – Honorable Mentions

I don’t see the Minnesota Wild having any “slam dunk” candidates. Or even great candidates, to be honest. But I think they might have one or two players sneak in.

Ryan Suter is one of the best defensemen of the modern era, but he also has zero Norris Trophies, though he consistently places fairly high and has finished in the top five on three occasions). Ironically, you could say those same words about his former teammate Shea Weber.

Unlike Weber, Suter will likely have to end his career with zero Stanley Cups, World Championships, and Olympic gold medals, which will hurt his case. Weber can at least point to his gold medals.

Zach Parise had a decent shot a few years ago, but injuries have put on a damper on those chances. If he can play long enough to reach 500 goals and/or 1,000 points (preferably both), he’s still got a good chance. But how much longer can Parise’s body hold up?