Fresh off playing for Czechia at the Olympics, defenseman David Spacek is getting his next NHL opportunity. The Wild announced that they’ve recalled the blueliner from AHL Iowa.
It’s already the fourth recall of the season for the 23-year-old. However, he didn’t see any action in his first two stints although he was able to make a pair of appearances for Minnesota last month, his first games at the top level. He recorded a pair of blocked shots over a total of 21:30 of playing time.
Spacek, a fifth-round pick back in 2022, has played in 37 games in the minors this season. He has been productive offensively in those outings, picking four goals and 16 assists. His assist total leads all Iowa players while his 20 points pace the way among their defensemen. Spacek also suited up in five games at the Olympics, recording an assist while playing 14:33 per game.
With Spacek’s addition to the roster, Minnesota’s roster now stands at the maximum of 23 players.