Minnesota Wild Recalls Rieger Lorenz From Iowa

The Minnesota Wild has recalled forward Rieger Lorenz from its American Hockey League affiliate, the Iowa Wild, as the NHL club adjusts its roster. General Manager and President of Hockey Operations Bill Guerin announced the move alongside two additional personnel changes: Nick Foligno was placed on injured reserve with an upper-body injury, while Tyler Pitlick was reassigned to Iowa.

Lorenz, 22, has made an immediate impact with Iowa this season, recording three points on two goals and one assist in two games. According to his team statistics, he has nine shots on goal and a plus-3 rating, leading Iowa in goals, shots on goal and plus-minus while sharing the team lead in points.

The Calgary, Alberta, native previously appeared in three games for Iowa last season, recording five shots on goal and four penalty minutes. He stands 6 feet 3 inches tall and weighs 210 pounds, and he was selected by Minnesota in the second round, 56th overall, of the 2022 NHL Draft. He wears jersey No. 61.

Lorenz also arrives with a strong collegiate record. During his senior season at the University of Denver, he recorded 35 points, including 17 goals and 18 assists, across 43 games. He added 38 penalty minutes, 103 shots on goal, a plus-25 rating, two power-play goals and three game-winning goals while serving as an alternate captain.

His performance helped Denver capture the 2026 NCAA Championship. Lorenz ranked second on the team in points, goals and plus-minus, according to the team's published player statistics.

He also scored during Denver's 2-1 victory over the University of Wisconsin in the NCAA Championship Game. His postseason performance earned him a place on the 2026 Frozen Four All-Tournament Team.

Meanwhile, Foligno's placement on injured reserve follows an upper-body injury, according to the Minnesota Wild's announcement. The club also reassigned Pitlick to Iowa as part of the same set of roster moves.

Iowa plays its home games at Casey’s Center. The team competes in the American Hockey League and serves as Minnesota's affiliate, providing a roster pathway for players moving between the minor leagues and the NHL.