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Will Jesper Wallstedt Be Ready To Replace Filip Gustavsson In 2026-27? – Minnesota Wild

The Minnesota Wild have remained atop the NHL standings despite their injuries, and Filip Gustavsson deserves a lot of the credit for that. Goaltending makes or breaks any team. If it weren’t for Gustavsson’s hot start, the Wild wouldn’t be competing for first place in the loaded Western Conference.  The problem with Gustavsson is that… Continue reading Will Jesper Wallstedt Be Ready To Replace Filip Gustavsson In 2026-27? – Minnesota Wild

Wallstedt Opens Up About Early Struggles – Wilderness Walk

Your daily dose of Minnesota Wild news and rumblings across the hockey world. That’s Wild After what might have been his breakout season young Wild netminder Jesper Wallstedt was sent to AHL Iowa to focus on being so good that the team can’t resist recalling him. Well, he has an .874 save percentage through 12… Continue reading Wallstedt Opens Up About Early Struggles – Wilderness Walk

Minnesota’s Injuries Highlight Iowa’s Trouble Developing Prospects – Minnesota Wild

The Minnesota Wild have had almost everything go right in the 2024-25 season. Kirill Kaprizov is playing at another level, and young core players like Marco Rossi, Brock Faber, and Matt Boldy continue to develop. Filip Gustavsson has shaken off last year’s inconsistency and become one of the league’s elite goaltenders.  A rash of injuries… Continue reading Minnesota’s Injuries Highlight Iowa’s Trouble Developing Prospects – Minnesota Wild

Minnesota’s Forwards Must Carry the Defense In the Short-Term – Minnesota Wild

Buckle up, Wild fans. The next few weeks might be a roller coaster of reactions following every Minnesota Wild game. Just over a week ago, the Wild’s march to the infirmary continued with the losses of top defenseman Jonas Brodin and No. 1 center Joel Eriksson Ek, where they joined the already injured Mats Zuccarello.… Continue reading Minnesota’s Forwards Must Carry the Defense In the Short-Term – Minnesota Wild

Are the Minnesota Wild Regression Proof? – Minnesota Wild

After Thursday’s 7-1 loss to the Edmonton Oilers, the Minnesota Wild are tied for second in the NHL with 42 points and two games in hand over the league-leading Winnipeg Jets.  It’s fun to see the Wild find early success, but Wild fans have seen this movie before. Minnesota has been among the league’s best… Continue reading Are the Minnesota Wild Regression Proof? – Minnesota Wild

Wild Suffer Brutal 7-1 Loss To Oilers – Wilderness Walk

It’s not great when you’re sitting on top of the entire league, looking down at 31 other teams with a newfound confidence over a third into the season, and then just get absolutely demolished on a weeknight. The Minnesota Wild suffered their worst defeat of the season at the hands of the Edmonton Oilers, losing… Continue reading Wild Suffer Brutal 7-1 Loss To Oilers – Wilderness Walk

Leipold Says Re-signing Kaprizov Is ‘A Priority’ – Wilderness Walk

The Minnesota Wild are able to sign their superstar Kirill Kaprizov to a contract extension on July 1 and talks have already been swirling for months now. Obviously, the team wants to keep their best player and one of the best wingers on the planet. So much so that in a recent Q&A, Wild owner… Continue reading Leipold Says Re-signing Kaprizov Is ‘A Priority’ – Wilderness Walk

The 4 Nations Tournament Will Reveal Something About Guerin and Hynes – Minnesota Wild

In February, Bill Guerin and Johnes Hynes will demonstrate their leadership skills at the 4 Nations tournament. Guerin will act as Team USA’s general manager, with assistance from Chris Dury and Bill Zito. John Hynes will assist coach Mike Sullivan for Team USA alongside David Quinn and John Tortorella.  The 4 Nations Face-Off is a… Continue reading The 4 Nations Tournament Will Reveal Something About Guerin and Hynes – Minnesota Wild

Is Marco Rossi A Better Fit On the First Line? – Minnesota Wild

The Minnesota Wild are rolling.  They have been keeping games close and often coming out with a win. Much of the Wild’s success has been due to their key pieces staying healthy. However, all good things must end.  Entering the 10th week of the season, the Wild are missing Mats Zuccarello, Jonas Brodin, Joel Eriksson… Continue reading Is Marco Rossi A Better Fit On the First Line? – Minnesota Wild