On Sunday, Vinnie Hinostroza will celebrate his fourth birthday at his family’s home outside Chicago. There’s a good chance that among his presents will be a new Minnesota Wild sweater.

When we think of the face of the league, Alex Ovechkin, Sidney Crosby, or Connor McDavid come to mind. All talented players who have been integral players on the same team since their rookie year.

Vinnie Hinostroza had already aced his first impression with the Wild by scoring a goal — the game-winner, no less. Then he ...