The Minnesota Wild need more than money to keep Kirill Kaprizov—progress on the ice is key, according to Elliotte Friedman.

The Wild owner talked about the team eyeing a long-term extension for superstar Kirill Kaprizov next summer and more.

Amid speculation star winger Kirill Kaprizov may not want to re-sign with the Wild over concerns about competitiveness, owner Craig Leipold made it clear the team is focused and determined on keeping Kaprizov in St. Paul for the long haul.