Gustavsson has one year left on his Wild deal, and Minnesota faces a tough call: lock him in at a team-friendly price or let Wallstedt accelerate his rise. The starting-goalie market sits around five-and-a-half to six-and-a-half million, so any extension could influence Wallstedt’s timeline and the club’s cap strategy this season.

Wallstedt’s potential breakout and Gustavsson’s regression risk loom large for fantasy managers. The Oilers chatter in the broader rumor mill underscores how dynamic goaltending markets are across the league, making this a must-watch for dynasty and seasonal leagues alike.