Locked On Wild - Your Daily Minnesota Wild Podcast
1,178 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 days ago - ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsLocked On Wild podcast is the daily podcast that drops the puck and keeps you ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Minnesota Wild and the National Hockey League. Hosted by Seth Toupal, the Locked On Wild podcast provides your daily Wild fix with expert opinions, local analysis, interviews, and coverage of all aspects of the Wild franchise. The Locked On Wild podcast takes you beyond the ice for the inside scoops on the biggest stories from within the Wild locker room and all over the NHL. The Locked On Wild podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your team. Every day.
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Locked on Wild POSTCAST: Wild Squander Change in Overtime and Lose to Columbus 5-4
October 22, 2023 03:53 - 20 minutes - 16.3 MBThe Minnesota Wild fell 5-4 in Overtime to the Columbus Blue Jackets on Saturday night at Xcel Energy Center to fall to 2-2-1. The Wild fell behind 2-0 before goals by Dakota Mermis and Mats Zuccarello tied the score at 2. Jonas Brodin gave the Wild a 3-2 lead before 2 straight goals by Columbus made the score 4-3. Marcus Johansson scored his first goal of the game to tie the score at 4. But the Blue Jackets scored to win it in OT after the Wild had Kirill Kaprizov and Mats Zuccarello in fro...
Locked on Wild PREGAME: Wild Look to get Back on Track against Columbus Tonight
October 21, 2023 23:38 - 28 minutes - 22.5 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, we look at 3 players who can step their performance up after early struggles. We start with Jake Middleton, who hasn't found his defensive groove without Jared Spurgeon yet and it has led to a bunch of goals against. We also discuss Ryan Hartman, who so far has just one goal, and had no shots on net against the Los Angeles Kings. We finish with Freddy Gaudreau, who has yet to get on the score sheet after a career high in coals last season. We also mentio...
Locked on Wild POSTCAST: Wild Unravel in 7-3 loss to Los Angeles
October 20, 2023 03:43 - 16 minutes - 13.6 MBThe Minnesota Wild fell 7-3 to the Los Angeles Kings on Thursday at Xcel Energy Center. The Wild fell to 2-2 with the loss. The Kings scored on the first shot of the game to take a 1-0 lead, but the Wild answered back with goals from Connor Dewar and Kirill Kaprizov to take a 2-1 lead. The Kings scored 3 goals in the final 5 minutes of the first, including two in the final minute to take a 4-2 lead. The Kings scored again to start the third, but Joel Eriksson Ek scored his 4th goal of the se...
Locked on Wild PREGAME: Cam Talbot Starts in his Return to Minnesota as Wild host Los Angeles!
October 19, 2023 23:16 - 14 minutes - 11.5 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, we preview tonight's game against the Los Angeles Kings, as Cam Talbot makes his return to Xcel Energy Center along with former Wild forward Kevin Fiala. We look at the lineup changes for the Wild, with Sammy Walker taking Matt Boldy's spot in the lineup and Marc-Andre Fleury getting the start in net. We look at how the kings have done so far this season and give tonight's 3 Keys, which include: A big test for the Wild defense. After performing well aga...
Understanding how LTIR Actually Works
October 19, 2023 17:38 - 27 minutes - 22.4 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, we discuss the move to put Alex Goligoski on LTIR and what it allows the Wild to do while he's out of the lineup. We break down how Goligoski's AAV gets split up based on performance bonuses and actual cap space to determine how much money the Wild have available to them. We also look at why there can be ramifications next season as well depending on how it is utilized, which is why we probably haven't seen the Wild use it much over the last few years. W...
Locked on Wild POSTCAST: Marc-Andre Fleury and Special Teams lead the Wild over Habs 5-2!
October 18, 2023 02:38 - 19 minutes - 16 MBThe Minnesota Wild picked up a 5-2 win over the Montreal Canadiens Tuesday night to improve to 2-1 on the season and finish their 2 game road trip at 1-1. The Wild scored 5 special teams goals, including 2 by Brandon Duhaime and Connor Dewar in the first period to take a 2-0 lead. The Wild got Power Play goals from Joel Eriksson Ek and Kirill Kaprizov in the second period to stretch the lead to 4-1. Joel Eriksson Ek scored his second goal of the game in the 3rd, also on the Power Play to cap...
Locked on Wild PREGAME: Wild Look to Rebound on Defense against Montreal!
October 17, 2023 22:24 - 17 minutes - 15.8 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, we preview tonight's game against Montreal. We discuss the news that Alex Goligoski is out of the lineup, and look at what the Wild will do with only 11 forwards and 6 defensemen. We look at how Montreal has done so far this season, and how they are dealing with injuries so far this season as well. We discuss the Keys to the Game, including not taking Too Many Men on the Ice penalties, which seem to always happen on these types of nights. Subscribe to o...
How the Wild can maximize their 11/7 lineup and how they will replace Matt Boldy going forward!
October 17, 2023 07:00 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, we discuss how the Wild can optimize their current roster and expected 11/7 lineup against the Montreal Canadiens. We discuss the new look top pairings, featuring Brock Faber and Jake Middleton and Jonas Brodin and Calen Addison. We look at how Dakota Mermis can help spell the Merrill/Goligoski pairing in the event things get off to a bad start. We also discuss who else besides Kirill Kaprizov is worthy of some additional ice time with Brandon Duhaime an...
Why Wasn't the Minnesota Wild Blue Line Addressed Beyond Brock Faber?
October 16, 2023 07:00 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, Alex Micheletti joins as we start by recapping a rough loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs. and what the Wild can do about their concerning defense. We discuss why no changes were made in the offseason, and why neither Alex Goligoski or Jon Merrill are full time players anymore. We also discuss the impressive starts for Marco Rossi and Brock Faber. With Rossi it all stems from confidence, and he has a ton out on the ice right now. Faber's numbers considering...
Locked on Wild POSTCAST: Wild Defense Wilts in 7-4 Loss to Toronto
October 15, 2023 03:03 - 18 minutes - 15 MBThe Minnesota Wild fell 7-4 to the Toronto Maple Leafs on Saturday in Toronto to drop to 1-1 on the season. The Wild actually led in this game on Ryan Hartman's first goal of the season, but 4 straight goals for the Maple Leafs to finish the first and start the second made it 4-1 Toronto. Matt Boldy responded with his first goal of the season to cut it to 4-2. Marco Rossi scored his first career NHL goal to cut the deficit to 4-3 but that was as close as the Wild would get. Auston Matthews r...
Filip Gustavsson is the Best Goalie in the NHL no one is Talking About
October 14, 2023 20:25 - 28 minutes - 23.2 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, we revisit the Cam Talbot-Filip Gustavsson trade that is widely becoming one of the best in Minnesota Wild history, after another shutout from Gustavsson on Opening Night. We look at the circumstances surrounding Ottawa deciding they needed a veteran goalie, and trading Gustavsson, who was widely considered their franchise goalie at various points. We discuss the things that Gustavsson does well that make him one of the best goalies in the NHL, and why e...
Locked on Wild POSTCAST: Filip Gustavsson Brilliant in 2-0 Shutout Win
October 13, 2023 03:43 - 15 minutes - 12.3 MBThe Minnesota Wild started the 2023-24 season with a 2-0 shutout win over the Florida Panthers behind a stellar performance from Filip Gustavsson. Brock Faber scored his first career NHL goal and Joel Eriksson Ek added a Power Play goal for the Wild, who got 41 saves from Filip Gustavsson to seal the win. The Wild now head no the road to take on Toronto on Saturday. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: Locked On Wild Follow/Subscribe Anywhere: linktr.ee/LockedOnWild Follow Locked On NHL: lin...
How the Minnesota Wild can beat the Florida Panthers Tonight!
October 12, 2023 15:35 - 30 minutes - 28.4 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, Armando Velez of Locked on Florida Panthers joins for a crossover preview of tonight's season opener for both teams! We start by discussing the Panthers, and how they have replaced key losses in the offseason. We also discuss the injuries to their blue line, and what the Panthers need to do to get off to a better start in year 2 under Paul Maurice. We discuss the Minnesota Wild, and who they look to for depth scoring, as well as Jared Spurgeon's status a...
BOLD Predictions for the 2023-24 Wild Season!
October 12, 2023 01:41 - 32 minutes - 26.4 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, Zach Zeman joins as we look at some BOLD predictions for the 2023-24 season. We start by discussing Zach's expectations for the season, and where we expect the Wild will finish in the standings. We discuss some BOLD Predictions and determine their level of spiciness, such as 50 goals for Kirill Kaprizov, Joel Eriksson Ek being a Selke Trophy finalist, a top 6 finish for both special teams units, and more! We finish by discussing concerns for the season, ...
How will the Wild Fare in the Opening Month of the Season?
October 11, 2023 07:00 - 29 minutes - 23.9 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, Zach Zeman joins us as we dive into the opening month of the season! We start by previewing the first two opponents for the Wild, the Florida Panthers and Toronto Maple Leafs. Seth and Zach both predict a split in the first two games. We then discuss the next three games featuring the Montreal Canadiens, Los Angeles Kings and Columbus Blue Jackets presenting an opportunity for the Wild to build some early success, especially if they can take care of busi...
Kirill Kaprizov Named Alternate Captain for the 2023-24 Season!
October 10, 2023 22:41 - 30 minutes - 24.4 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, we break down news that Kirill Kaprizov has been named an Alternate Captain for the 2023-24 season! We look at the ways that Kaprizov has improved his game since he came into the league. We look at why Kaprizov is a player the organization wants to feature as part of its leadership group, and why this makes sense with top prospects in Europe on the brink of coming to America. We move to key areas that need to go well for the Wild in order for them to suc...
The Minnesota Wild 2023-24 Season Begins on Thursday!
October 09, 2023 07:00 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, Alex Micheletti joins to preview the start of the 2023-24 season! We start by discussing the first two opponents on this week's schedule: the Florida Panthers and the Toronto Maple Leafs. We discuss the injuries the Panthers are currently facing, and what it has led to for their blue line. We also discuss some of the problems the Wild have had recently against Toronto, especially on the road. We move to the Central Division, and try to rank how things wi...
Jared Spurgeon's Injury Timetable and Ryan Hartman's Nearly Finished Extension
October 07, 2023 01:09 - 32 minutes - 25.8 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, we react to the news that Jared Spurgeon will be "week to week" with an upper body injury. We discuss the schedule to try to determine when he could return, and what the lineup will look like without him. We also discuss the rumored numbers for Ryan Hartman's imminent extension. We look at what Hartman needs to do to make it a good deal for the Wild and what it means for Bill Guerin's ability to make roster changes over the next few seasons ahead of the ...
Minnesota Wild Season Preview | Can Minnesota snap it’s streak of first-round playoff losses?
October 06, 2023 20:00 - 12 minutesThe Minnesota Wild have lost in the opening round of the Stanley Cup playoffs in seven-straight appearances. Can Kirill Kaprizov and company get over the hump with the Russian stars’ future in Minnesota beginning to come into focus? Seth Toupal of Locked On Wild discusses. What is the biggest storyline surrounding Minnesota ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what’s at stake if this is...
Minnesota Wild Season Preview | Can Minnesota snap it’s streak of first-round playoff losses?
October 06, 2023 20:00 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MBThe Minnesota Wild have lost in the opening round of the Stanley Cup playoffs in seven-straight appearances. Can Kirill Kaprizov and company get over the hump with the Russian stars’ future in Minnesota beginning to come into focus? Seth Toupal of Locked On Wild discusses. What is the biggest storyline surrounding Minnesota ahead of the season? What was their biggest offseason move? Who is their most important player? Who is a player on the verge of a breakout? And what’s at stake if this i...
Where does the Wild Top 4 Defensemen rank among the rest of the Central Division?
October 06, 2023 04:00 - 28 minutes - 22.5 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, we rank the top 4 defensemen for each team in the Central Division! We talk about what makes the Wild top 4 so good, and why even with that solid group the pressure is still on the 3rd pairing to not be a liability this year. We also recap the 3-2 shootout win for the Wild over Chicago which included all of the classic Minnesota Wild elements, including a failed 5 on 3 and a shootout win! We discuss the injury to Jared Spurgeon, and what that will mean f...
Where does the Wild Top Six Rank in the Central Division?
October 05, 2023 02:12 - 31 minutes - 25.4 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, we talk top six combinations in the Central Division! We start by looking at a couple of reasonable goal numbers for the first and second line to hit, and feel pretty good about the Wild top six being able to hit 160 combined goals if everybody stays healthy. We rank the top six combinations in the Central, with the edge going to Dallas for their depth, followed by Colorado for the star power of Nathan MacKinnon and Mikko Rantanen. We put the Wild 5th fo...
BONUS EPISODE: Western Conference Preview Special | Local Experts on the Biggest Stories of the ‘23-24 NHL Season
October 04, 2023 18:00 - 58 minutes - 53.2 MBSeth Toupal, Nick Morgan and the local experts of the Locked On NHL network bring you the details on all the biggest stories around the NHL’s Western Conference going into the 2023-24 season in a special Locked On season preview presentation. Can the Vegas Golden Knights repeat as Stanley Cup Champions? Will Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl’s Edmonton Oilers finally become the Wests’ best? Is Pierre-Luc Dubois the secret to the Los Angeles Kings getting over the playoff hump? Just how good ...
BONUS EPISODE: Western Conference Preview Special | Local Experts on the Biggest Stories of the ‘23-24 NHL Season
October 04, 2023 18:00 - 1 hourSeth Toupal, Nick Morgan and the local experts of the Locked On NHL network bring you the details on all the biggest stories around the NHL’s Western Conference going into the 2023-24 season in a special Locked On season preview presentation. Can the Vegas Golden Knights repeat as Stanley Cup Champions? Will Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl’s Edmonton Oilers finally become the Wests’ best? Is Pierre-Luc Dubois the secret to the Los Angeles Kings getting over the playoff hump? Just how good c...
Where do Filip Gustavsson and Marc Andre Fleury Rank Among the Other Central Division Goalies?
October 04, 2023 04:52 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, we look at the Central Division goalie situations. We rank the starting goalies, with Juuse Saros taking the top spot, followed by Jake Oettinger and Connor Hellebuyck. We discuss Filip Gustavsson and Alexandar Georgiev and their similar paths to being starters on new teams. We also discuss the backup goalie situations, with many teams not having a solid backup if they are giving their starter 60 or more starts. We also discuss the milestone watch for Ma...
Remaining Roster Questions as the Preseason Draws to a Close!
October 02, 2023 07:00 - 37 minutes - 30 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, Alex Micheletti joins as we preview the final two preseason games this week before the start of the NHL season. We also take a look at remaining questions that we still aren't sure about as the season gets closer. We discuss the 2nd Power Play unit, with the hope that Marco Rossi steps into that unit to help make it a more consistent contributor. We also discuss the 3rd line, which remains a question mark. We finish by discussing a potential Ryan Hartman...
Locked on Wild POSTGAME: Connor Dewar Scores in OT to Lift Wild to 3-2 win over Chicago!
October 01, 2023 02:13 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MBThe Minnesota Wild picked up a 3-2 overtime win over the Chicago Blackhawks as they continue the preseason at Xcel Energy Center. The Blackhawks scored the first goal of the game, but the Wild tied the score at 1 with a goal from Ryan O'Rourke to make it 1-1. Adam Beckman scored later in the first to make it 2-1. After no scoring in the second, the Blackhawks tied the score at 2 with just over a minute remaining in the third period. Connor Dewar won the game with a goal 21 seconds into OT to...
What the Mats Zuccarello, Marcus Foligno, and eventual Ryan Hartman Extensions mean for the Future of the Minnesota Wild
September 30, 2023 17:55 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, we discuss the new extensions handed out to Mats Zuccarello and Marcus Foligno, as well as the impending extension coming for Ryan Hartman. We look at the production Zuccarello has provided since he got h and how he has formed a dynamic tandem with Kirill Kaprizov on the top line. We look at his desire to finish out his career here in Minnesota, which is reflected by him taking less money to stay. We discuss the Foligno extension, and why it may be a gam...
The Iowa Wild are Gearing up for 2023-24!
September 29, 2023 19:16 - 27 minutes - 24.9 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, Voice of the Iowa Wild Ben Gislason joins us to gear up for the 2023-24 Iowa Wild season. We start by discussing what we've seen so far from new Iowa Wild head coach Brett McLean, both with getting acclimated to the franchise again that he was an assistant for earlier in his coaching career. Ben discusses what being a younger coach can help Brett accomplish, and how it will help him relate to a very young Iowa Wild roster. We also discuss Jesper Wallsted...
Are the Wild putting their Youth in a Position to Succeed for 2023-24?
September 29, 2023 04:56 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, we dive into the divide between the youth movement and a veteran heavy roster for the Wild in 2023-24. We look at the reasons we will likely see either Jujhar Khaira and Vinni Lettieri occupy the 13th forward spot when the Wild actually need an extra body. Beyond that, it's likely that this team will leave that spot in the lineup open. Things as always depend entirely on the injury situation, and if there are a multitude of injuries that would certainly ...
Central Division Breakdown: Dallas Stars
September 27, 2023 23:12 - 30 minutes - 24.2 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, Joey Erickson of Locked on Stars joins for a crossover episode to discuss the Dallas Stars ahead of the 2023-24 season! We start by asking Joey about where the Stars need to see improvement from last year to this year if they want to advance further and reach the Stanley Cup Final. We also ask about what to expect from Matt Duchene in his first year in Dallas. Joey asks what needs to change with Dean Evason's coaching style, and whether or not Filip Gust...
Brandon Duhaime talks Hitting, Spearfishing and Growing his game in Minnesota!
September 26, 2023 07:07 - 25 minutes - 20.8 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, forward Brandon Duhaime joins the show! We start by discussing Duhaime's route to the NHL, and what he brings to the Minnesota Wild lineup. Duhaime discusses the highlights of his offseason, and his love of being on the water and spearfishing. We discuss Duhaime's physicality, and why he enjoys being a spark plug for the Wild. We talk about Duhaime having Pat Maroon as a linemate and what Duhaime hopes to learn from him this season. We also talk Duhaime'...
Sammy Walker Scores Twice in 4-3 Preseason Win over Colorado!
September 25, 2023 07:17 - 30 minutes - 24.2 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, Alex Micheletti joins as we recap a preseason opening 4-3 win for the Wild over Colorado. We discuss standout performances from Sammy Walker, Vinni Lettieri, Jujhar Khaira, as well as Jesper Wallstedt making 40 saves. We discuss things to watch for during the preseason, with many prospects and players getting time over the next few games. We discuss a few things we learned during training camp, such as Marcus Foligno's injury during the second half of th...
Marc-Andre Fleury 2023-24 Season Preview!
September 22, 2023 07:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, we preview the 2023-24 season for Marc-Andre Fleury. We look at Fleury's stats from last season and the contrast in styles between him and Filip Gustavsson, and how that impacted his numbers. We discuss Fleury's quest to pass Patrick Roy for 2nd all time on the NHL wins list and when he could potentially hit that mark this season. We also discuss expectations from Fleury as the backup goalie and why we should take time to appreciate Fleury with this like...
Central Division Breakdown: Chicago Blackhawks
September 21, 2023 07:00 - 33 minutes - 27 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, Jack Bushman of Locked on Blackhawks joins us for a Central Division Crossover to preview the 2023-24 season for the Chicago Blackhawks! We start by discussing Connor Bedard and what we can expect to see from him in his first season in the NHL. We also discuss the additions of Taylor Hall and Nick Foligno and how they can help the Blackhawks get closer to their goal this season. We discuss expectations for Chicago and what they need to do to continue to ...
Minnesota Wild Sign Calen Addison to One Year Deal!
September 20, 2023 15:40 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, we break down the Calen Addison signing! We look at what Addison brings to the team and what he can work on as he grows as an NHL player. We discuss the circumstances that led to his benching late in the season, and why he shouldn't be held responsible for all of the defensive struggles of the third pairing. We look at what could happen with Addison after the season is over and what his Restricted Free Agent status means for a potential deal in the futur...
What does Jujhar Khaira bring to the Minnesota Wild?
September 19, 2023 19:22 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, Alex Micheletti joins as we discuss the signing of Jujhar Khaira, and what he brings to the Minnesota Wild lineup. We discuss who he could potentially fill in for with reports of a couple of Wild players coming into camp with minor injuries. We also look at who potentially could be limited in training camp and the preseason. We move to the Tom Kurvers Prospect Showcase and discuss a few prospects that shined brightly over the weekend. We finish by discus...
Filip Gustavsson 2023-24 Season Preview!
September 19, 2023 04:09 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, we preview the 2023-24 season for Filip Gustavsson. We recap his breakout season, and some of his most memorable performances of the season! We preview his 2023-24 stat projections, and why if he gets an increased workload he should be able to exceed almost every category he had in 2022-23. We look at some of the things that number 1 goalies bring to their teams, and what the Wild will need Gustavsson to do all year to lead the team through any struggles...
Jon Merrill, Alex Goligoski and Calen Addison 2023-24 Season Preview!
September 15, 2023 18:00 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, we discuss expectations for the 3rd defensive pairing combination of Jon Merrill, Calen Addison and Alex Goligoski. We look at numbers from last year to determine which combination was most effective for the Wild last season, while also looking at the circumstances facing each player heading into the year. We discuss Addison's defensive struggles, Goligoski being used too much and Jon Merrill doing many of the same things Addison did while not really get...
Jonas Brodin and Brock Faber 2023-24 Season Preview!
September 15, 2023 03:44 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, we preview the 2023-24 season for Jonas Brodin and Brock Faber. We look at how Brock Faber can help Brodin by giving him a linemate who can cover ground and allow Brodin to pursue opponents more freely. We project stats for both Brodin and Faber, and what to expect for them all season. We look at the potential for Brodin to up his numbers and play more games, while we try to determine where Faber may end up statistically based on his collegiate numbers. ...
Wild and Predators Both Very Familiar with Dead Cap Hits
September 13, 2023 18:54 - 30 minutes - 28.4 MBOn today's crossover episode of Locked on Wild and Locked on Predators, Nick Morgan of Locked on Predators joins as we recap the offseason for both teams and get ready for the 2023-24 season! In segment 1, Seth and Nick recap the offseason for their teams, with a fairly quiet Wild offseason compared to an extremely busy offseason of change for the Predators. We ask Nick if Barry Trotz has turned the roster over enough to get Nashville back to the playoffs, or if they ended up breaking even....
Jared Spurgeon and Jake Middleton 2023-24 Season Preview
September 12, 2023 07:18 - 27 minutes - 19 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, we preview the 2023-24 season for both Jared Spurgeon and Jake Middleton. We look at the impressive numbers they put up together, ranking as one of only 8 defensive pairings to log over 1,000 minutes together in 2022-23. We look at the stats projections for Spurgeon and Middleton, and discuss why Spurgeon should be able to hit double digit goals again this season. We discuss what makes Spurgeon and Middleton such an effective regular season combo, and wh...
Prospects to Watch at the 2023 Tom Kurvers Prospect Showcase!
September 11, 2023 07:00 - 28 minutes - 22.6 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, Alex Micheletti joins as we preview the Tom Kurvers Prospect Showcase! We look at the roster of Wild prospects and invitees, from Sammy Walker to Pavel Novak, to determine which we are most intrigued to watch. We finish by discussing some potential "Worst Case Scenarios" for the Wild in 2023-24! Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: Locked On Wild Follow/Subscribe Anywhere: linktr.ee/LockedOnWild Follow Locked On NHL: linktr.ee/lockedonNHL Support Us By ...
Mats Zuccarello 2023-24 Season Preview!
September 08, 2023 07:00 - 27 minutes - 18.9 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, we preview the 2023-24 season for Mats Zuccarello. We discuss Zuccarello's 2022-23 season in which he achieved new career highs in several categories in what was perceived as a down year for Zuccarello. We look at where his stats may end up this year based on his fantasy projections as well as last year's numbers. We finish by looking at whether or not Zuccarello will be retained beyond this season, and who may take his spot on the top line. We also disc...
Could Mason Shaw be Ready for a 2023 Return?
September 05, 2023 07:05 - 28 minutes - 23 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, Alex Micheletti joins us as we discuss when we may potentially see Mason Shaw make his return to the NHL. We discuss his rehab, and also the current financial hurdles that could prevent him signing with Minnesota. We discuss the Prime Time schedule for the Wild this season, and why the TNT broadcast is still the top among national networks. We finish by discussing Matt Boldy's weekend at the PGA Tour Canada’s CRMC Championship, and why even though he did...
Ryan Hartman 2023-24 Season Preview!
September 01, 2023 04:38 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, we preview the 2023-24 season for Ryan Hartman! We recap what led to Hartman being bumped off the top line last year after a career year in 2021-22. We look at whether or not Hartman can exceed last year's totals this year, and what he can do compared to previous Kaprizov-Zuccarello centers to make that trio an effective line. We also discuss what Hartman needs to do to stay on the top line, and who could replace him if he repeats last year's issues. Su...
Kirill Kaprizov 2023-24 Season Preview!
August 31, 2023 03:39 - 29 minutes - 23.7 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, we preview the 2023-24 season for Kirill Kaprizov! We look at how an injury in Winnipeg derailed a potential 50 goal season, and why even though Kaprizov may have been fully healed by the postseason, he was clearly not the same player during that series. We look at his over/under for goals (42.5) and points (95.5) courtesy of FanDuel to see if he has a legitimate chance to exceed those numbers. We also look at the current Wild records that Kaprizov doesn...
Marcus Johansson 2023-24 Season Preview!
August 29, 2023 18:00 - 25 minutes - 20.1 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, we preview the 2023-24 season for Marcus Johansson! We start by recapping a season in which Johansson was healthy, and his numbers reached levels he hadn't achieved since 2016-17. We look at the chemistry with Matt Boldy and Joel Eriksson Ek, and why Johansson should be able to put up similar numbers as long as he makes it through the season. We finish by looking at players who could fill in should Johansson miss time. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: ...
Where does Corey Pronman Rank the Wild Prospect Pool?
August 28, 2023 07:00 - 29 minutes - 23.8 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, Alex Micheletti joins as we discuss the Wild Prospect Pool ranking 10th in the NHL in Corey Pronman's rankings for The Athletic. We look at the teams that were ahead of the Wild and how Pronman ranked the top 10 prospects in the Wild prospect system. We move to constructing a Central Division All Star team with 3 players off of each Central Division roster, with Kirill Kaprizov, Matt Boldy and Jonas Brodin being selected from the Wild. We explain why Fil...
Joel Eriksson Ek 2023-24 Season Preview!
August 25, 2023 07:00 - 27 minutes - 24.8 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, we hand out expectations for Joel Eriksson Ek for the 2023-24 season! We recap a 2022-23 season that saw a dip in numbers in a few areas, which can be attributed to absolute line chaos going on in the early part of the year. Eriksson Ek did continue a trend of improvement in many other areas, and finished the year strong with Matt Boldy and Marcus Johansson as linemates. We look at whether or not Eriksson Ek can continue his improvement on offense with m...