Breaking News: Minnesota Wild Star Kirill Kaprizov Announces Engagement Ahead of Upcoming Wedding Celebration
In a heartwarming twist off the ice, Minnesota Wild forward Kirill Kaprizov has announced his engagement to longtime girlfriend, adding a romantic milestone to an already impressive career. The star NHL player confirmed the news through a personal statement and a series of celebratory photos shared on social media late Monday evening. The announcement quickly went viral, with fans and teammates flooding the couple with congratulatory messages.
Kaprizov, 28, has largely kept his personal life out of the public eye, making this announcement both surprising and thrilling for supporters who have followed his rise in the NHL. Known for his electrifying speed and sharp scoring ability, Kaprizov has become the face of the Minnesota Wild since joining the team in 2020. Now, he’s stepping into a new role — as a fiancé.
According to sources close to the couple, the engagement took place during a private getaway last weekend. The proposal, described as “intimate and thoughtful,” happened at a picturesque lakeside resort in northern Minnesota, a place the couple has visited frequently over the past few years. “It was perfect,” said a friend familiar with the moment. “Just the two of them, surrounded by nature and love.”
The identity of Kaprizov’s fiancée has not been publicly confirmed, although the couple is known to have dated for several years. She has occasionally been spotted attending Wild games and team events but has kept a low profile. Fans are eagerly awaiting further details about the bride-to-be and the couple’s wedding plans, which are expected to be celebrated with both Russian and American traditions.
While an official wedding date has not yet been released, the couple is reportedly planning a celebration that will take place after the upcoming NHL season. Insiders say the ceremony will likely be held in both Kaprizov’s native Russia and Minnesota to accommodate family and close friends from both continents.
Wild teammates, including captain Jared Spurgeon and alternate captain Mats Zuccarello, have already offered their well-wishes. “Kirill’s a great guy, and we’re all really happy for him,” said Spurgeon during a team practice session Tuesday morning. “He brings so much passion to everything he does — hockey and now love.”
As fans continue to buzz about the engagement, the news has brought a fresh wave of excitement to the Wild community. Kaprizov’s journey from a small town in Russia to becoming a top NHL player — now complemented by a loving engagement — is a story that continues to inspire both on and off the ice.
