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Kaprizov, Hughes leading the charge for the Wild

The Minnesota Wild picked up another point on Tuesday, falling 4-3 in overtime to the Edmonton Oilers, and, unsurprisingly, the dynamic duo of Kirill Kaprizov and Quinn Hughes led the way.

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Hot mic picks up derogatory slur during Wild-Oilers broadcast

A derogatory slur was heard during the Wild+ broadcast of Tuesday night’s game between the Minnesota Wild and Edmonton Oilers. It happened with 11:34 left in the second period.

NHL News / Bring Me The Sports / October 20

Top Wild insider thinks Dylan Larkin trade will 'happen soon'

John Buccigross saying last Friday that a Dylan Larkin trade might be less than two weeks away fits the latest rumor from Wild insider Michael Russo, who appeared on a Twin Cities radio station on Tuesday with the latest in the rumor mill.

Minnesota Wild News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 20

Wild Activate Nico Sturm; Reassign Hunter Haight

According to a team announcement, the Minnesota Wild have activated bottom-six forward Nico Sturm from the injured reserve. In a corresponding roster move, the Wild reassigned forward Hunter Haight to the AHL’s Iowa Wild.

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Minnesota Wild News / Bring Me The Sports / October 20

Is Danila Yurov's early breakout giving Wild some pause in Larkin pursuit?

Bill Guerin and the Minnesota Wild have been in hot pursuit of Detroit Red Wings center Dylan Larkin for months, dating back to Larkin’s initial trade request in early June.

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The biggest draft bust for every NHL team

People love a good mid-round draft pick that pans out, and in the NHL you used to see those fairly often, but that’s obviously partially luck. If the Red Wings thought Nicklas Lidstrom was going to become a top-five defenseman in history, they wouldn’t have waited until the 53rd pick to take him.

Minnesota Wild News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 20

Wild coach John Hynes reveals how much longer Filip Gustavsson will be out

The Minnesota Wild are off to a terrific start in 2026-27, going 6-2-1 and sitting in second place in the Central Division. Jesper Wallstedt has been a catalyst, starting eight of nine games and posting a sparkling 1.99 goals-against average and .922 save percentage.

Filip Gustavsson News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 19

Filip Gustavsson To Miss At Least One More Month

When Wild goaltender Filip Gustavsson underwent offseason hip surgery, there was no clear timetable for his return. It appears there now is one as head coach John Hynes told reporters this weekend including Jess Myers of the Pioneer Press that it will be at least another month before the netminder returns.

Kirill Kaprizov News / Bring Me The Sports / October 19

Kaprizov leading NHL goal race after dominant week for Wild

Kirill Kaprizov’s goal a little over three minutes into the second period on Sunday proved enough for the Wild to secure their sixth win of the season.

Minnesota Wild News / The Hockey Writers / October 19

Wild Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Injury Problems, Top Line Shines & Solid Defense

After spending a bit of time on the road, the Wild were able to get in some games on their home ice this past week. They had a good start to the week as they took down the Vegas Golden Knights in dominating fashion, 4-2, on Monday night, Oct.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 19

3 Takeaways From the Wild’s 2-1 Win Over the Blue Jackets

The Minnesota Wild played host to the Columbus Blue Jackets on their Hockey Fights Cancer night, Sunday evening, Oct. 18; it was also their final home game before another road trip.

Kirill Kaprizov News / Field Level Media / October 18

Kirill Kaprizov nets 10th goal in 9 games, pacing Wild past Blue Jackets

Kirill Kaprizov joined some elite company on Sunday with his goal that helped the Minnesota Wild edge the Columbus Blue Jackets 2-1 in St. Paul, Minn. Kaprizov continued to live up to his eight-year, $136 million contract by scoring a power-play goal in the second period that broke a 1-1 tie.

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The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

Kirill Kaprizov News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 18

Kirill Kaprizov breaks Wild record as hot start continues

The Minnesota Wild are looking to return to the Stanley Cup Playoffs in 2027. Minnesota won a playoff series last season following their blockbuster trade for Quinn Hughes last December.

Minnesota Wild News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 18

Wild Make Multiple Roster Moves

The Minnesota Wild recalled some depth ahead of tonight’s contest against the Columbus Blue Jackets. Minnesota announced they’ve recalled forward Hunter Haight and defenseman Carson Lambos from the AHL’s Iowa Wild.

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Jared Spurgeon News / Daily Faceoff / October 18

Wild place Jared Spurgeon on injured reserve

A some roster management in the State of Hockey, as one of the key players on the Minnesota Wild roster remains out of action. On Sunday, Wild general manager Bill Guerin announced that the team has placed captain Jared Spurgeon on injured reserve.

Minnesota Wild News / NHL Rumors / October 17

NHL Rumors: What Will the Minnesota Wild Pay Jesper Wallstedt?

While attention is on Quinn Hughes and his looming decision on his next contract, goaltender Jesper Wallstedt is quietly pursuing his next contract. Wallstedt is in the final year of his deal and carries a $2.2 million cap hit.

Dylan Larkin News / Bring Me The Sports / October 17

Wild on high alert as Dylan Larkin trade speculation heats up

Buckle up, Wild fans. It sounds like Dylan Larkin could be traded within the next two weeks. Will it be to Minnesota? “I think there’s going to be a trade within 7 to 10 days in Detroit,” John Buccigross said Friday on the Frankly Hockey podcast.

Minnesota Wild News / Gone Puck Wild / October 17

The Wild’s 'Superline' has a tough lineup decision when their injured players return

The Minnesota Wild are navigating an injury crisis during the first week of the season and it has required more out of their star players. With Brock Faber sidelined due to a fractured skull and six other players out against the St.

Minnesota Wild News / Bring Me The Sports / October 16

Jesper Wallstedt calls out Blues goalie for 'dirty play' on Kirill Kaprizov

Joel Hofer’s cheap shot that knocked Kirill Kaprizov out of Thursday night’s game between the Wild and Blues had Minnesota goalie Jesper Wallstedt considering a goalie fight.

Quinn Hughes News / NHL Trade Talk / October 16

Wild might come to regret massive Quinn Hughes trade decision

Minnesota gave up a king’s ransom for Quinn Hughes, and according to The Athletic’s Harman Dayal, the Wild may soon have to decide whether that gamble is paying off.

Minnesota Wild News / Field Level Media / October 15

Wild ride Matt Boldy’s hat trick to win over Blues

Matt Boldy scored his fifth career hat trick and added an assist as the Minnesota Wild held off the St. Louis Blues 5-4 Thursday night in Saint Paul, Minn.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 14

3 Takeaways From the Wild’s 5-2 Loss to the Jets

The Minnesota Wild were right back on the road for the second half of their recent home/road back-to-back when they faced the Winnipeg Jets on Tuesday evening, Oct.

Nico Sturm News / Athlon Sports / October 13

Wild Coach, Players Sound Alarm After Nico Sturm's Head Injury Ends in Hospital

The Minnesota Wild’s 4-2 win over the Vegas Golden Knights on Monday was overshadowed by another frightening head injury, this time involving forward Nico Sturm.

Calvin Pickard News / Field Level Media / October 13

Calvin Pickard stoked for Wild debut against his hometown club, Jets

Calvin Pickard is excited for Tuesday night for multiple reasons. The veteran goaltender is scheduled to make his season debut. He also will make his team debut after joining the Minnesota Wild during the offseason.

Nico Sturm News / Daily Faceoff / October 12

Wild’s Nico Sturm leaves game with lower-body injury

The Minnesota Wild announced on social media that forward Nico Sturm left Monday’s game against the Vegas Golden Knights with a lower-body injury and would not return.

Minnesota Wild News / NHL Trade Talk / October 8

Vladimir Tarasenko’s Free Agency Just Got Messy; Missed Boat on Good Offer

Vladimir Tarasenko is still looking for a team, and reportedly for an agent, too. According to TSN’s Pierre LeBrun, it’s now surfacing that Tarasenko fired another agent and might have missed the boat on an offer from a team that may no longer be interested.