The Minnesota Wild are looking to escape an endless loop of mediocrity. They didn’t have an aggressive summer, even though general manager Bill Guerin and owner Craig Leipold wanted a post-cap hell “Christmas morning.” The Wild added Vladimir Tarasenko, but he’s 33 and no longer a star. They also signed Nico Sturm to handle fourth-line… Continue reading The Wild Need To Establish A Role For Liam Ohgren – Minnesota Wild
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Dominique Petrie Has the Potential To Play A More Physical Role Next Year – Minnesota Wild
The Minnesota Frost recently extended rookie forward Dominique Petrie to a two-year contract. Petrie is a tough bottom-six forward with strong off-ice character and potential to play a bigger and more physical role in Frost’s lineup this season. Minnesota chose Petrie as the 27th overall pick in the 2024 PWHL Draft. She started the season… Continue reading Dominique Petrie Has the Potential To Play A More Physical Role Next Year – Minnesota Wild
Former Vikings QB Closing in on Starting Role
Credit: Christine Tannous/IndyStar / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images This offseason the Minnesota Vikings went through a significant amount of change throughout the roster. The most impactful decision was to move on from 14-game winner Sam Darnold. After flirting with Aaron Rodgers, head coach Kevin O’Connell pretty quickly landed on J.J. McCarthy as the… Continue reading Former Vikings QB Closing in on Starting Role
Perich Talks New Offensive Role, Dream of Playing for Vikings at Gopher Media Day
Perich will next head to Las Vegas next week to take part in Big Ten Media Day. He’s one of five Gophers set to speak. MINNEAPOLIS, Minn.- In less than two weeks, the Minnesota Golden Gopher football program will open up fall camp in preparation for the upcoming season. On Wednesday, a number of players… Continue reading Perich Talks New Offensive Role, Dream of Playing for Vikings at Gopher Media Day
Zeev Buium Has the Opportunity To Seize A Top-Four Role On Day 1 – Minnesota Wild
The Minnesota Wild have a long history of great defensemen, but with Zeev Buium, they hope they have something a bit different. Blueliners like Jared Spurgeon, Jonas Brodin, and Ryan Suter have been true top-pairing defensemen, dictating play every night, giving them incredible stability over the last decade. However, the Wild didn’t target and draft… Continue reading Zeev Buium Has the Opportunity To Seize A Top-Four Role On Day 1 – Minnesota Wild
5 Vikings Set for Increased Role in Year 2
Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images. It was a difficult first year for the Minnesota Vikings 2024 draft class as they were struck with setbacks and tragedy. As we look ahead to the 2025 season, five Vikings are set for an increased role in Year 2 as things stand. 5 Vikings Set for Increased Role in Year… Continue reading 5 Vikings Set for Increased Role in Year 2
Saints request interview with Vikings assistant for vacant DC role
The Minnesota Vikings had a very successful 2024 season on both sides of the ball. However, with that success comes the risk of losing coaches and coordinators as other teams look to improve in the offseason. While the team didn’t lose either coordinator, they have lost one key assistant this offseason, and they may yet… Continue reading Saints request interview with Vikings assistant for vacant DC role
Vikings’ Ty Chandler: Meager role late in season
Chandler finished the 2024 season with 56 carries for 156 yards and six reception for 42 yards in 17 games. Chandler had an odd season as began the year as the backup to Aaron Jones and even had a big game. He had ten carries for 82 yards in Week 2. He quickly lost the… Continue reading Vikings’ Ty Chandler: Meager role late in season
Vikings coy about Daniel Jones’ role in wild-card playoff game against Rams
Vikings starting quarterback Sam Darnold, who went through a similar situation when he joined the 49ers last year, has previously spoken about his experience as a backup benefiting him. “You always wanna be on the field,” Jones said. “You always wanna be playing and competing, so that part’s tough, but, yeah, I do feel like… Continue reading Vikings coy about Daniel Jones’ role in wild-card playoff game against Rams
Russini’s what I’m hearing: Vikings want Darnold back in 2025, Watson’s new deal, Brady’s big role
Anyone else losing track of what day it is? Between NFL on Wednesdays and Saturdays, endless food and end-of-year chaos, it’s a complete blur (and somehow I’m also already out of AA batteries for my toddler boys’ new toys). The holidays really do come with a time warp; add in all the unsolicited life advice… Continue reading Russini’s what I’m hearing: Vikings want Darnold back in 2025, Watson’s new deal, Brady’s big role