Locked On Wild - Your Daily Minnesota Wild Podcast
1,178 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months 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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Can Kirill Kaprizov get to 50 goals by the end of the season?
March 08, 2023 08:00 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, we discuss whether or not Kirill Kaprizov can get to 50 goals this season with 18 games remaining in the season. We look at a few factors that could prevent him from getting there, and statistical trends that should lead to him continuing to score at an elite level. We take a look at the remaining games and his success against those teams throughout his career. We also discuss factors such as the playoff chase, secondary scoring and more and how they fac...
Locked on Wild POSTCAST: Wild Edged 1-0 in Shootout
March 08, 2023 05:17 - 16 minutes - 15 MBThe Minnesota Wild fell 1-0 in a shootout on Tuesday at Xcel Energy Center. The Wild and Flames exchanged zeroes all night in a game the Flames desperately needed to keep their playoff hopes alive. Both Jacob Markstrom and Filip Gustavsson stood tall, stopping numerous chances on both sides of the ice all the way through overtime. The Wild thought they had the game winning goal as Ryan Hartman blasted a shot at Markstrom that rebounded to Jared Spurgeon with an open net, but Spurgeon was rul...
Locked on Wild PREGAME: Wild Hoping for Same Result in Second Straight Game against Calgary!
March 07, 2023 20:30 - 15 minutes - 14.6 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, Kevin Gorg joins to preview tonight's game against Calgary as the Wild start a Back to Back with a game against Winnipeg tomorrow night! We look at what led to the Wild beating the Flames in the first game of their home and home series on Saturday. We discuss the Wild debut of John Klingberg, and what he will bring to the Power Play. We look at what to expect from Oskar Sundqvist in his Wild debut tonight. We also look at tomorrow's game against Winnipeg...
Did Eastern Conference Hopefuls Narrow the Gap behind the Bruins?
March 06, 2023 19:36 - 28 minutes - 26 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, Alex Micheletti and Jonny Lazarus of the Blue Crew Podcast join as we recap the big moves made by Eastern Conference contenders ahead of the Trade Deadline. We start with the Rangers and the additions of Patrick Kane and Vladimir Tarasenko. How close do those moves put the Rangers to the Bruins? Which team out East had the most surprising deadline pickup? We discuss why Timo Meier was the perfect addition for the New Jersey Devils. We also talk about Car...
John Klingberg and Marcus Johansson already Fitting in with Minnesota!
March 06, 2023 08:34 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, Alex Micheletti joins to give his reaction to the moves made by Bill Guerin ahead of the NHL Trade Deadline last week. We discuss the return for Jordan Greenway, and what we've seen so far from Marcus Johansson and John Klingberg. We discuss Oskar Sundqvist and what he will be able to bring to the Wild lineup when he joins the team this week. We also look ahead to a busy week of winnable games for the Wild starting with another game against Calgary on Tu...
Locked on Wild POSTCAST: Filip Gustavsson and Wild Defense Suffocate Flames in 3-0 Win!
March 05, 2023 06:38 - 16 minutes - 15.5 MBThe Minnesota Wild ran their point streak to 9 straight games with a dominating 3-0 win over the Calgary Flames. The Wild improved to 8-0-1 over that stretch as Marcus Foligno and Matt Boldy snapped long scoring droughts. Joel Eriksson Ek started the scoring in the first, and the game would stay that way until Marcus Foligno doubled the lead. Matt Boldy capped the scoring and Filip Gustavsson stopped all 31 shots he faced as the Wild won the first end of their home and home series against Ca...
Locked on Wild PREGAME: Wild at Calgary hoping to Douse the Flames!
March 04, 2023 18:50 - 17 minutes - 15.9 MBOn today's Pregame Preview edition of Locked on Wild, Kevin Gorg joins as we start by recapping a busy trade deadline for the Wild! We talk about Jordan Greenway being traded to Buffalo, the return for the Wild and why Don Granato is as good of a coach to get the most out of him as there is in the NHL. We discuss the additions of Oskar Sundqvist and John Klingberg, and particularly with Klingberg where he could slot in amongst the Wild blue line. We move to the Flames game, and discuss a Cal...
Bill Guerin Wheels and Deals on Trade Deadline Day!
March 03, 2023 23:19 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, we break down the Deadline Day moves by Bill Guerin that saw him send Jordan Greenway to Buffalo and acquire a couple of veterans. We discuss the great return for Greenway and what ultimately led to him being sent off the roster. We also look at one way to spend the cap money the Wild saved by trading him with a possible AAV for Filip Gustavsson tossed around. We discuss John Klingberg, and discuss him as a potential upgrade on the second line over Matt ...
Minnesota Wild trade Jordan Greenway, add John Klingberg before NHL Trade Deadline | INSTANT Reaction
March 03, 2023 20:57 - 7 minutes - 6.49 MBThe Minnesota Wild made a couple moves before Friday's NHL Trade Deadline, adding defenseman John Klingberg from the Anaheim Ducks and trading Jordan Greenway to the Buffalo Sabres for second and fourth-round picks. Seth Toupal of Locked On Wild joins the show to break down the moves from the Wild's perspective. Were these the right moves for the Wild right now? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Locked on Wild POSTCAST: Kaprizov Scores Twice to Lead Wild over Vancouver 2-1!
March 03, 2023 06:56 - 18 minutes - 17.4 MBThe Minnesota Wild improved to 7-0-1 in their last 8 games after a 2-1 win over the Vancouver Canucks on the road Thursday. The Wild opened up a 1-0 lead 44 seconds in on Kirill Kaprizov's 38th goal of the season. Vancouver tied it up after Minnesota native Brock Boeser scored on the Power Play to tie the score at 1 and snap a string of 27 straight penalties killed by the Wild. Kaprizov would score again to give the Wild a 2-1 lead, and Marc-Andre Fleury kept the Canucks at bay to finish wit...
The Wild have a Chance to push Calgary to the Brink in This Weekend's Home and Home Series!
March 02, 2023 21:24 - 37 minutes - 34.8 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, Jess Belmosto of Locked on Flames joins to preview a huge Home and Home series between the Wild and Calgary with the Flames trying to claw back into the playoff picture. We discuss what has led to the Flames struggling to stay consistent this season, whether or not Darryl Sutter is trying to move his way into the front office and why Jacob Markstrom's numbers have taken a dive in 2023. On the Wild side we discuss what the identity of the Wild actually is...
The 2023 Trade Deadline Mega Preview!
March 02, 2023 08:00 - 41 minutes - 38.2 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, Alex Micheletti, Zach Zeman and Charles Stuart all join as we gear up for the Trade Deadline on Friday! We start by recapping the Wild acquisitions of Marcus Johansson and Gustav Nyquist with a "Thumbs Up or Thumbs Down". We look at what the Wild still need and gauge interest as things currently stand on the players who have been most linked to the Wild. We discuss some of the more notable trades throughout the league, such as Jacob Chychrun, Patrick Kan...
Minnesota Wild Acquire Gustav Nyquist from Columbus. Is a Current Wild Player Getting Shipped out Before Friday?
March 01, 2023 08:00 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, we break down the Gustav Nyquist trade and what he brings to the table in Minnesota. We look at his strengths, how the Wild will maneuver his roster spot until he's ready to return, and what he can provide when healthy. We also discuss a few potential lineup combinations with both guys on the roster. We look at Bill Guerin's comments about the moves, and speculate whether or not he is done making deals. We do get the sense that there is something else in...
Locked on Wild POSTCAST: Wild Cap Busy Day with 2-1 Shootout Win over the Islanders!
March 01, 2023 05:14 - 15 minutes - 14.3 MBThe Minnesota Wild picked up a 2-1 Shootout win over the New York Islanders on a day in which they also completed two trades. The Wild got the game winning goal in the shootout from Freddy Gaudreau as Filip Gustavsson turned away all three Islanders attempts after a sensational overtime period. Ryan Reaves scored the lone goal for the Wild, his first since being acquired earlier in the season from the Rangers. The Wild completed trades for Marcus Johansson and Gustav Nyquist and picked up 2 ...
Minnesota Wild Acquire Marcus Johansson from Washington. Is there Another Trade Coming?
February 28, 2023 23:25 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MB***The Wild also acquired Gustav Nyquist in a separate trade as this episode was processing. We will discuss that trade separately*** On today's episode of Locked on Wild, we react to the Wild acquiring Marcus Johansson from Washington. We speculate as to whether or not this is a precursor to another trade or a player being moved off the roster. We look at Johansson's stats with Washington, and where he makes the most sense in the Wild lineup. We also look at where things stand with the pla...
Locked on Wild PREGAME: Goals will be at a Premium tonight as Wild host Islanders
February 28, 2023 20:15 - 16 minutes - 15.3 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, we preview tonight's game against the Islanders! We discuss a few potential lineup changes as the Wild continue to try to get their offense going. We look at how the goalie starts should be split up this week. We take a look at the struggles for both teams scoring goals this year. We look at how the Islanders have done in their last 5 games, as well as since the calendar flipped to 2023. We discuss their outstanding goalie play being weighed down by inco...
Internal Solutions to Fix the Second Line Scoring Issue!
February 28, 2023 08:00 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, we try to fix the second line! We look at the numbers for Matt Boldy and Joel Eriksson Ek to conclude that they work well together, but do need someone more offensively inclined to take Marcus Foligno's spot. We look at the most likely internal candidates in Brandon Duhaime, Adam Beckman and Sammy Walker. You would be surprised who has helped provide near the top of the list of those candidates. We also discuss on how the Tanner Jeannot trade could impac...
Tampa Bay just made a Trade Deadline Acquisition Way Too Expensive for the Wild
February 27, 2023 08:00 - 40 minutes - 36.7 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, Alex Micheletti joins us as we celebrate an Overtime win against Columbus and a solid game against Toronto. We discuss the second line, and why Marcus Foligno can't be the one to get the Matt Boldy-Joel Eriksson Ek connection scoring again. We look at the Trade Deadline, and wonder what the Wild do after Tampa Bay grossly overpaid for the services of Tanner Jeannot. We discuss James Van Riemsdyk, Brock Boeser, and move toward Bill Guerin having to make a...
Locked on Wild POSTCAST: Kirill Kaprizov Completes Hat Trick with OT Winner over Columbus!
February 26, 2023 22:44 - 15 minutes - 14.7 MBThe Minnesota Wild picked up a 3-2 win in overtime over Columbus on Sunday afternoon at Xcel Energy Center. The Wild fell behind 2-0 after a couple of Blue Jacket goals off of Wild turnovers. But in the Third period Kirill Kaprizov scored an even strength and Power Play goal to tie the score, and added the game winner with 19 seconds left in overtime as the Wild picked up 2 huge points. Marc-Andre Fleury was lights out besides the two Blue Jackets goals in picking up the win. Up next for the...
Locked on Wild POSTCAST: Late Turnover Leads Maple Leafs to 2-1 win in Overtime over the Wild
February 25, 2023 04:44 - 16 minutes - 15.4 MBThe Minnesota Wild fell 2-1 in Overtime to Toronto to finish their quick 2 game road trip at 1-0-1. The Wild got the first goal of the game courtesy of Brandon Duhaime on an early tip in past Ilya Samsonov. The Maple Leafs tied it up on a goal from David Kampf that got past Filip Gustavsson to tie the score at 1 after 1 period. Neither team would score until overtime when William Nylander took advantage of a d zone turnover to give the Leafs the win. The Wild next host Columbus on Sunday at ...
The Pros and Cons of a Patrick Kane Trade
February 24, 2023 23:02 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, we debate the pros and cons of a Patrick Kane trade, if it makes sense for the Wild, and what it might cost. We look at Kane's numbers so far this year, and what he has done over the last 5 games. We discuss what it might take in terms of draft picks or prospects to acquire him. We look at where the Wild are at in the standings and if Patrick Kane can be enough of a player to help the Wild get on track offensively. We then ultimately decide whether or no...
Locked on Wild POSTCAST: Marc-Andre Fleury Shuts Out Blue Jackets in 2-0 Win!
February 24, 2023 03:38 - 16 minutes - 15.5 MBThe Minnesota Wild picked up a 2-0 win to start their mini 2 game road trip against Columbus on Thursday night. The Wild scored 2 first period goals, thanks to Brandon Duhaime and Kirill Kaprizov, and Marc-Andre Fleury handled the rest in his first start in the last 6 games. Ryan Hartman nearly added an empty netter late, but the Wild played a relatively penalty-free game en route to the win which snapped their 4 game road losing streak. The Wild will play at Toronto tomorrow night. Subscri...
Locked on Wild PREGAME: Wild Hit the Road Again Against Columbus!
February 23, 2023 18:00 - 18 minutes - 14.6 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, Kevin Gorg joins to preview tonight's game against Columbus. We talk about why the Blue Jackets are a dangerous team even though they have had a rough season. We look at some of the roster decisions the Wild made on the trip, how the goalie rotation might look with a back to back, and why Calen Addison will work his way back into the lineup. We discuss Ryan Hartman's strong play recently and how the rest of the lineup has picked things up over the last f...
Why Ryan Hartman has turned the corner since the Devils Game!
February 23, 2023 03:42 - 30 minutes - 24.2 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, we look at "Signs of Life" for the Wild offense over the last 5 games. We start with Ryan Hartman and his recent contributions in scoring, but more importantly is disciplined play. We also discuss him suggesting the Wild need to shoot the puck more and helping to follow through on that statement. We look at the numbers for the entire top line in the month of February as a show of where they need to be going forward. We discuss the Boldy-Eriksson Ek-Beckm...
Locked on Wild POSTCAST: Ryan Hartman and Filip Gustavsson lead the Wild over the Kings 2-1!
February 22, 2023 04:45 - 17 minutes - 13.9 MBThe Minnesota Wild earned a hard fought 2-1 win over the Los Angeles Kings on Tuesday night to finish off their 7 game homestand at 4-2-1. The Wild thought they had an early lead thanks to Adam Beckman's first career NHL goal, but the Kings successfully challenged the play being offsides and the goal was wiped off the board. After a scoreless first period, the Wild got the scoring started thanks to a goal from Ryan Hartman to make it 1-0. Hartman would add another goal in the third to make i...
The Wild have Three Teams to Worry About for a Playoff Spot!
February 21, 2023 08:00 - 31 minutes - 25 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, we look at the Western Conference Postseason picture as the list of teams fighting for spots continues to shrink. We start with the Central Division, as the Colorado Avalanche have made their move. Can they vault ahead of Winnipeg or Dallas (or both?) by season's end? We look at the mounting overtime losses continuing to haunt Dallas and why the Winnipeg Jets need to hope they stay ahead of the Wild. We move to the Pacific Division, where the Vegas Golde...
Better Call Bill Guerin
February 20, 2023 08:00 - 34 minutes - 28.1 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, Alex Micheletti joins for a Micheletti Monday to recap a tense, but exciting Wild win over Nashville! We talk about the Wild finding more 5 on 5 scoring, and how the offense getting going is an encouraging sign moving forward. We look at a few guys who continue to fight and play hard, especially since the Colorado game. We also discuss Friday's trade in which the Wild send prospect Josh Pillar to the Toronto Maple Leafs in exchange for a 2025 4th round p...
Locked on Wild POSTCAST: Wild Stun Predators with Late Ryan Hartman Goal to win 4-3!
February 20, 2023 02:37 - 16 minutes - 13.2 MBThe Minnesota Wild picked up a huge 4-3 win over Nashville on Sunday at Xcel Energy Center and grabbed a critical two points despite Nashville rallying from a 2 goal deficit in the third period. After a scoreless first period, Brandon Duhaime scored 9 seconds into the second period to give the Wild a 1-0 lead. That goal was tied for the fastest second period goal in team history. Kirill Kaprizov added a Power Play goal later in the 2nd to make it 2-0. The Predators added a goal in the second...
Locked on Wild POSTCAST: Filip Gustavsson Stymies Stars as Wild Win 2-1 in a Shootout!
February 18, 2023 04:56 - 15 minutes - 14 MBThe Minnesota Wild picked up a huge 2-1 Shootout win over the Dallas Stars Friday night at Xcel Energy Center. After a scoreless start to the game, the Wild led 1-0 on a Power Play goal from Mats Zuccarello but the Stars were able to tie with time winding down and the game went to Overtime. After a scoreless Overtime period the Wild got shootout goals from Freddy Gaudreau and Matt Boldy before Filip Gustavsson slammed the door to pick up the win. The Wild host Nashville on Sunday to continue...
Joel Eriksson Ek's Season is More Impressive Considering the Lineup Chaos Around Him!
February 17, 2023 23:31 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, we look deeper into another career year for Joel Eriksson Ek. We look at his improving offensive numbers despite absolute chaos in the lineup around him, and why despite all of it he continues to be one of the hardest working guys on the ice. We look at his contributions on both Special Teams units, becoming vital to the success of both units. We discuss his dip in defensive numbers and wonder if it is more related to his play or regressing linemates. We...
With Every Loss it's Becoming Harder and Harder to see the Wild as Buyers
February 16, 2023 18:00 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, Wyatt Garin joins the show as we debate whether or not the Wild should buy or sell at the Trade Deadline. We start by looking at the recent ineffectiveness from the offense and if one player can fix the issues. We look at a few players who have been linked to the Wild in trade talks, and if the likes of Patrick Kane, Brock Boeser or others. We also discuss Wild players who may be on the move if the team does decide to sell, and other options that may ari...
Locked on Wild POSTCAST: Matt Boldy Finishes as 1C but the Wild fall to Colorado 3-2
February 16, 2023 06:21 - 16 minutes - 15.6 MBThe Minnesota Wild fell to the Colorado 3-2 at Xcel Energy Center Wednesday night. The Wild thoroughly outshot the Avs, playing on the second night of a back to back through 2 periods but trailed 2-0 to the Avs before Joel Eriksson Ek scored his 21st goal of the season to make it 2-1. The Avs added a goal and led until late in the 3rd when Kirill Kaprizov scored his 31st goal of the season. The Wild went empty net late but were not able to get the tying goal as Alexandar Georgiev made 41 sav...
Locked on Wild PREGAME: Calen Addison Scratched as the Wild host the Avalanche!
February 16, 2023 02:38 - 18 minutes - 16.8 MBOn today's pregame preview edition of Locked on Wild, we preview tonight's game against the Colorado Avalanche. We discuss the decision to start Marc-Andre Fleury, and why with Filip Gustavsson taking some contact late in the game on Monday, it is the right call to give him the night off. We also discuss Calen Addison being scratched, and why his linemate and other Wild players continue to not be called out for lackluster performances. We look at how the Avs have done recently and what the W...
Why Filip Gustavsson Needs to be the Top Offseason Priority for the Wild!
February 16, 2023 00:11 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, we look at the list of upcoming UFA and RFAs to determine who the Wild should try to sign long term and who they should look to move off the roster. We start with Filip Gustavsson, who needs to be the top priority for the Wild for what he has brought to the Wild this year and what he can bring to the roster beyond this season. We also give Matt Dumba a "definite no" and reiterate that it feels like his chapter with the Wild is going to be finished by the...
Top Level Wild Players Should Shoot MORE!
February 14, 2023 08:22 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, Alex Micheletti joins to recap the last two games against the Devils and Panthers and an improvement in play since the lines were changed. We look at what continues to hurt the Wild, as now some of the top scorers such as Mats Zuccarello have started to go quiet. We discuss the new lines and why the Boldy-Eriksson Ek-Duhaime line (The DUEEB Line) deserves more of a look after what they have done the since being formed. We preview the upcoming week with g...
Locked on Wild POSTCAST: Wild Come up Short in 2-1 Shootout Loss
February 14, 2023 05:19 - 15 minutes - 14.2 MBThe Minnesota Wild fell 2-1 in a shootout to the Florida Panthers Monday night at the Xcel Energy Center. Kirill Kaprizov scored the lone goal for the Wild in regulation, as the team went 0-5 on the Power Play but 7-7 on the Penalty Kill in a whistle filled physical game. Filip Gustavsson was suberb all night, stopping 33 of 34 shots, but the Panthers scored twice in the shootout to hand the Wild the loss. Mats Zuccarello scored the lone shootout goal for the Wild, as Kirill Kaprizov and Fre...
Filip Gustavsson Delivered in the Biggest Game of the Season!
February 14, 2023 00:30 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, we recap Saturday's win against New Jersey and a game in which the Wild appeared to understand the urgency of where they are at and played with it. We look at the new line combinations, and applaud the 2nd and 4th lines in particular, while also acknowledging the team still has issues that won't be solved until the offseason. We discuss Filip Gustavsson as he continues to put together a fantastic first season in Minnesota. We look at why it seems like Gu...
Time to put the Lines in a Blender!
February 11, 2023 05:00 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, we look at some of the comments from after the loss to Vegas by Dean Evason that suggest the entire team really has no answers for the struggles they've had over the last 14 games. We offer suggestions for new line combinations against New Jersey on Saturday, while keeping roster changes in line with some of Bill Guerin's recent comments. We suggest rewarding players like Joel Eriksson Ek, Connor Dewar and Brandon Duhaime for their play with elevations i...
Locked on Wild POSTCAST: Wild Blasted by Golden Knights 5-1 to Start Crucial Seven Game Homestand
February 10, 2023 04:33 - 15 minutes - 14.4 MBThe Minnesota Wild lost their third game in a row and first game of a seven game homestand as they fell 5-1 to the Vegas Golden Knights. The Wild surrendered four goals in the second period and again struggled to score in even strength situations. The lone goal for the Wild came on a Power Play score for Kirill Kaprizov, his 29th of the season. Marc-Andre Fleury was pulled after 2 periods, but was victimized by a few unfortunate bounces and turnovers in front of him. Subscribe to our YouTub...
Locked on Wild PREGAME: Wild Begin February Homestand against Vegas Tonight!
February 10, 2023 00:00 - 19 minutes - 18.3 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, we preview tonight's game against the Golden Knights! We start by discussing the closed door meeting after a rough loss to the Stars, and why the players have to convince Bill Guerin they can turn it around before the team looks at buying at the trade deadline. We look at Jonas Brodin likely missing another game, and the possibility that Mason Shaw gets in with a forward banged up. We look at Vegas and how they have done over the last 5 games, as well as...
The Future is Bright but the Present is Murky for the Wild
February 09, 2023 08:00 - 29 minutes - 27.5 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, we react to The Athletic naming the Minnesota Wild prospect pool the best in the NHL. We look at how their recent picks are doing, and how Judd Brackett has managed to find quality players without the luxury of top picks. We then attempt to answer why despite current struggles at the NHL level we haven't seen any of those prospects get a call to help the current roster. We discuss the job Bill Guerin has in front of him, with a struggling team, and why e...
Locked on Wild POSTCAST: Wild a Step Behind in 4-1 Loss to Dallas
February 09, 2023 05:18 - 18 minutes - 17.3 MBThe Minnesota Wild fell 4-1 to the Dallas Stars Wednesday night in Dallas. The Wild and Stars were scoreless through the first period, with Filip Gustavsson making several big saves to keep the game scoreless. But the Stars scored 3 times in the second to grab a 3-0 lead. The Wild did get a Power Play goal from Joel Eriksson Ek to cut the deficit to 3-1, but the Stars were able to finish the scoring with an empty net goal as time wound down in the 3rd. The Wild head back to Xcel Energy Cente...
Stars and Wild may have Very Different Approaches to the Trade Deadline
February 08, 2023 20:08 - 40 minutes - 36.7 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, Dane Lewis of Locked on Stars joins for a crossover episode! We start by looking at the offensive woes for the Wild, and what has led to such a drop in production from last year. We also discuss whether or not the Wild will be aggressive at the trade deadline, and keys to a Wild win tonight. On the Dallas side, we discuss the number of overtime games continuing to mount and why it is imperative that Dallas win more games in regulation. We also discuss wh...
Locked on Wild PREGAME: Ryan Hartman Returns to the Top Line as the Wild face Dallas
February 08, 2023 08:00 - 21 minutes - 19.5 MBOn today's pregame preview edition of Locked on Wild, Kevin Gorg joins to preview tonight's game against the Dallas Stars! We start by recapping the loss to the Arizona Coyotes, and why it prompted changes to the lineup for today's game. We discuss Ryan Hartman rejoining the top line, and why Sam Steel may only be a temporary fit with Matt Boldy on his line. We look at the potential loss of Jonas Brodin for tonight's game, and why it will put additional strain on an already leaky Penalty Kil...
Have the Wild come to a Fork in the Road?
February 07, 2023 08:00 - 32 minutes - 30.2 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, we continue to react to a bad 3-2 loss to Arizona to start off the second half. We discuss the notion that the Wild are at a "fork in the road" where they either commit to chasing a playoff spot or take a step back to get ready for touch choices coming in the offseason. We look at their deficiencies in key areas that most playoff teams excel at including 5 on 5 scoring, special teams and center depth. We discuss what the Wild would need to do if they dec...
Locked on Wild POSTCAST: Penalties Doom Wild against Coyotes in 3-2 Loss
February 07, 2023 05:28 - 17 minutes - 15.8 MBThe Minnesota Wild started the second half of the season with a 3-2 loss to the Arizona Coyotes, who were 3-13 in their last 16 games. The loss snaps a 2 game winning streak for the Wild, who led 1-0 and 2-1 on goals by Kirill Kaprizov and Jonas Brodin, but the Coyotes were able to tie the score in both instances. The Coyotes took the lead for good on a breakaway goal for Jack McBain. The Wild had a Power Play with time winding down in the 3rd, but were not able to tie the score. All told th...
Locked on Wild PREGAME: Wild Look to Set Second Half Tone Tonight against Arizona!
February 07, 2023 00:47 - 17 minutes - 16.4 MBOn today's Pregame Preview edition of Locked on Wild, we preview tonight's game against Arizona. We look at how the Wild can avoid the same issues the first few games of the year caused with a strong performance tonight. We discuss the lines staying intact and why they should be on thin ice if players like Sam Steel continue to not factor into the scoring. We discuss Marc-Andre Fleury getting another start and why it is a little bit of a surprise that Gustavsson still hasn't started since be...
Wild are Rested and Ready for Big Second Half!
February 06, 2023 08:00 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, Alex Micheletti joins the show as we get set for the second half of the season! We discuss the lack of line changes as the second half begins, and Marc-Andre Fleury making his 4th consecutive start. Should Sam Steel keep his top spot despite a lack of production over the last 9 games? We preview tonight's game against Arizona, and look to a tough week ahead with games against Dallas, Vegas and New Jersey! We finish by talking about the All Star Game and ...
3 Wild Players who Will Benefit the Most from the All Star Break
February 03, 2023 19:20 - 25 minutes - 23.1 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild we look at why the All Star Break came at the perfect time for Ryan Hartman, Jordan Greenway and Matt Dumba and what they need to do to have a better second half of the season! We start with Greenway and discuss his lack of physicality at times and why he needs to show some fire to prevent himself from being a trade possibility by Bill Guerin. With Matt Dumba, we discuss how he can simplify his game and play a little more responsibly on the ice to make up...
Letter Grades for the first half of the Wild Season!
February 02, 2023 20:30 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBOn today's episode of Locked on Wild, Austan Lundeen of 10,000 Takes joins the show as we hand out letter grades for the first half of the season! We start on offense, and despite the high end players the Wild have they still get a relatively low grade due to the struggles of the offense in 5 on 5 and regression from a handful of veterans. We look next at the defense. How much does the slow start factor into the grading? What about Matt Dumba's performance? We discuss the highest grade of th...