When Bill Guerin told the media at his end-of-year presser that he would be looking for “centers” this offseason, we knew exactly what he meant. Minnesota native Brock Nelson was the guy the Wild had their eyes set on, and that wasn’t just the local media saying it. In January, John Buccigross called Minnesota’s desire… Continue reading What’s Next For the Wild With Brock Nelson Off the Board? – Minnesota Wild
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Colorado Saved the Wild From Themselves By Signing Brock Nelson – Minnesota Wild
Front offices often see free agency as the quick and easy way to upgrade the team without giving up conventional assets like roster players, draft picks, or prospects. Cap flexibility and cold hard cash are the only assets a team gives up. In the case of some free agents, teams need a ton of cash… Continue reading Colorado Saved the Wild From Themselves By Signing Brock Nelson – Minnesota Wild
The Wild Must Think Bigger Than Brock Nelson – Minnesota Wild
The Minnesota Wild have made it no secret that they were interested in pending free agent Brock Nelson. People have identified the Warroad native as someone the Wild would love to give a homecoming to for some time. On some level, you get it. Nelson’s a big, fast center who’s scored 25 goals or more… Continue reading The Wild Must Think Bigger Than Brock Nelson – Minnesota Wild
How Would Brock Nelson Fit In Minnesota? – Minnesota Wild
Brock Nelson trade rumors are getting louder as the March 7 trade deadline approaches. The New York Islanders center grew up in Warroad and has 17 goals and 19 assists in 56 games this season. He broke into the league in 2013-14 and has 292 goals and 275 assists in 896 career games. Nelson is… Continue reading How Would Brock Nelson Fit In Minnesota? – Minnesota Wild
Could Brock Nelson Be the Wild’s Backup Plan For Eriksson Ek? – Minnesota Wild
The Minnesota Wild are the best team in the NHL, and Kirill Kaprizov is the best player in the league right now. After years of suffering, the Wild are pleasing the fan base by entertaining them with dominance. The Florida Panthers ended their suffering by becoming Stanley Cup champions last year. The Wild recently traded… Continue reading Could Brock Nelson Be the Wild’s Backup Plan For Eriksson Ek? – Minnesota Wild