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Wild Reassign David Jiricek, Cal Petersen, Tyler Pitlick

The Wild have reassigned defenseman David Jiříček, goaltender Calvin Petersen, and winger Tyler Pitlick to AHL Iowa, per a team announcement. Minnesota won its final game before the Olympic break yesterday, a 6-5 overtime thriller over the Predators, so those three will now be able to continue playing over the next few weeks in the minors.

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3 Takeaways From the Wild’s 6-5 Overtime Win Over the Predators

The Minnesota Wild finished up their schedule prior to the start of the Olympic break with one more game on the road against the Nashville Predators on Wednesday night, Feb.

Quinn Hughes News / NHL on ClutchPoints / February 5

Wild’s Quinn Hughes sets new franchise record during Predators clash

The Minnesota Wild took on the Nashville Predators on Wednesday night as the NHL’s Olympic break draws close. Minnesota had a successful first half of the season, even trading for superstar defenseman Quinn Hughes to bolster the roster.

Matt Boldy News / Field Level Media / February 4

Matt Boldy nets hat trick in frenetic first as Wild outlast Predators

Matt Boldy scored a hat trick in the first period and set up Jared Spurgeon's game-winning goal as the Minnesota Wild pulled off a crazy 6-5 overtime victory against the host Nashville Predators on Wednesday night.

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The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

Minnesota Wild News / NHL Rumors / February 5

NHL Rumors: Potential Landing Spots for Jesper Wallstedt, and Marc-Andre Fleury

Anthony Di Marco of Daily Faceoff: The Minnesota Wild have already added defenseman Quinn Hughes, and they may not be done. There has been some speculation that they could be willing to move 2021 first-round pick, goaltender Jesper Wallstedt.

NHL News / Field Level Media / February 3

Wild carry 4-game win streak into Predators showdown

The Minnesota Wild can enter the Olympic break on a five-game heater, but first they must defeat the Predators in Nashville on Wednesday night. This will be the third game of the season between these Central Division rivals.

Quinn Hughes News / Bring Me The News / February 3

It took Quinn Hughes all of 25 games to tie a Wild franchise record

Former Wild defenseman Ryan Suter played 656 regular season games with Minnesota across nine seasons after signing alongside Zach Parise in the summer of 2012.

NHL News / The Sick Podcast / February 3

Habs Fall Short in OT VS. Wild

The Montreal Canadiens came close to ending their long drought in Minnesota against the Wild on Monday night, but thanks to a controversial hooking call in overtime, they would only walk away with a single point on the night.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / February 3

3 Takeaways From the Wild’s 4-3 Overtime Win Over the Canadiens

The Minnesota Wild played their final home game before the Olympic break on Monday evening, Feb. 2, when they hosted the Montréal Canadiens. They had some good news as they got Zach Bogosian back from injury and Nico Sturm back from illness, but Marcus Foligno was out with an illness, as was Jesper Wallstedt, so Cal Peterson backed up instead.

Quinn Hughes News / Athlon Sports / February 3

NHL Announces Quinn Hughes Milestone During Wild-Canadiens

The Minnesota Wild keep on rolling. After crushing Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers in a 7-3 win n the road on Saturday, the Wild traveled back home and took down the Montreal Canadiens for a 4-3 overtime victory on Monday night at the Grand Casino Arena in Saint Paul, Minnesota.

Minnesota Wild News / Gone Puck Wild / February 2

Wild's latest roster move raises some eyebrows as Olympic roster freeze looms closer

It appears that one of their netminders isn't at 100%

NHL News / Field Level Media / February 2

Wild outlast Canadiens in overtime thriller

Kirill Kaprizov scored two goals, including the winner 3:38 into overtime, to lift the Minnesota Wild to a 4-3 win over the Montreal Canadiens on Monday night in Saint Paul, Minn.

Minnesota Wild News / The Sick Podcast / February 2

Habs Looking To End A Long Drought In Minnesota

The Montreal Canadiens (31-17-7) are red-hot coming off 3 big wins last week as they get set to take on the Minnesota Wild (32-14-10) tonight at 7:30 pm ET for this week’s Prime Video matchup.

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Jesper Wallstedt News / NHL Trade Talk / February 2

Jesper Wallstedt Trade Proposal to Senators Would 'Blow Minds'

It would take a monster return for the Minnesota Wild to trade their standout rookie goaltender, Jesper Wallstedt. The Great Wall of St. Paul has been a valiant replacement for Marc-Andre Fleury this season, and the duo of him and Filip Gustavsson could be a force for Minnesota in a tough Central Division.

Minnesota Wild News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 2

Wild Recall Cal Petersen On Emergency Basis

According to regional reporter Jessi Pierce, the Minnesota Wild have recalled netminder Cal Petersen from the AHL’s Iowa Wild. Minnesota confirmed the news, sharing that it’s under emergency conditions.

Jesper Wallstedt News / The Hockey Writers / February 2

Wild Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Wallstedt’s Trade Rumors, Secondary Scoring & More

The Olympic break is just a few days away, and the Minnesota Wild have just two games left before they’re off for nearly a month. They’re looking to keep the winning going after taking down the Edmonton Oilers 7-3 on Saturday, Jan.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / February 2

Prime Monday Night Hockey: Montreal Canadiens vs Minnesota Wild

Monday Night Hockey on Prime continues today with the final Prime matchup before the Olympics as the Montreal Canadiens take on the Minnesota Wild. Don’t forget to check out more NHL Predictions, as our writers continue this series throughout the 2025-26 season.

Minnesota Wild News / NHL on ClutchPoints / February 2

1 trade Wild must make before NHL Olympic break

The Minnesota Wild pulled off the biggest trade of the season a while back. They traded for superstar defenseman Quinn Hughes in a deal with the Vancouver Canucks.

Quinn Hughes News / Total Pro Sports / February 1

Quinn Hughes’ Latest Assist Pushes Him Into Minnesota Wild Record Books

Quinn Hughes continues to set new benchmarks in Minnesota Wild history, and Saturday was no different. The star defenseman finished the night with a goal and an assist as the Wild secured a comfortable 7-3 win against the Edmonton Oilers.

Jesper Wallstedt News / NHL Trade Talk / January 31

Wild: 3 Potential Trade Destinations for Jesper Wallstedt

Could the Minnesota Wild really explore moving Jesper Wallstedt at the trade deadline? The rookie goaltender took the State of Hockey by storm this season, but a recent cold streak has him surrendering starts to his tandem mate, Filip Gustavsson.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / February 2

NHL Rumors: Ottawa Senators have inquired about MacKenzie Weegar

TSN: Minnesota Wild GM Bill Guerin has been making the rounds and seeing who is available, according to Pierre LeBrun, and it would likely be after the Olympic break.

Minnesota Wild News / Bring Me The News / January 29

Wild use two early goals and a late knockout blow to beat Flames

The Wild used their skates, their sticks, and their hands to pick up a victory on Thursday night in St. Paul. Two early goals, both aided by a player catching and then dropping the puck, gave Minnesota a first-period edge against the Calgary Flames at Grand Casino Arena.

Kirill Kaprizov News / Bring Me The News / January 26

Kirill Kaprizov named NHL's first star after nine-point week

Wild superstar Kirill Kaprizov was named the NHL's First Star of the Week for his efforts as Minnesota went 2-1-1 last week. The 28-year-old scored three goals and registered six assists during Minnesota's four games last week.

Minnesota Wild News / Athlon Sports / January 26

Marc-Andre Fleury Shares Career Update After NHL Retirement

Retired NHL goalie Marc-Andre Fleury spent just over three seasons with the Minnesota Wild, but his impact on the franchise and fanbase was unmistakable.