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Wild try to keep up with Stars on special teams entering Game 4

The Minnesota Wild haven't won a Stanley Cup playoff series since 2015, losing in the first round eight times since then. So with the Wild staring at a 2-1 deficit heading into Game 4 of their Western Conference first-round series against the Dallas Stars on Saturday in Saint Paul, are they feeling a little antsy?

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'Unbelievable to watch': How Quinn Hughes transformed the Wild into a top Cup contender

Minnesota leveled up since the Olympic hero joined its blue line. Teammates explain what he brings to the ice -- and the dressing room.

Mats Zuccarello News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 24

Wild’s Mats Zuccarello gets official injury designation for critical Game 4 vs. Stars

The Minnesota Wild could’ve used an extra bit of depth in Game 3 against the Dallas Stars, with the game going to double overtime. Losing both Mats Zuccarello and Yakov Trenin to an injury proved costly, as the Stars eventually won on a powerplay to take a 2-1 series lead.

Minnesota Wild News / Bring Me The News / April 24

Will Wild be shorthanded again in Game 4 vs. Dallas?

Early signs are pointing to the Wild heading into Game 4 against the Stars without both Mats Zuccarello and Yakov Trenin. Minnesota trail in the first round playoff series 2-1 after a double-overtime loss on Wednesday night Trenin has already been ruled out, while Zuccarello is considered questionable, according to The Athletic's Michael Russo.

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Marcus Foligno News / Gone Puck Wild / April 23

3 Wild players who deserve blame for crushing Game 3 loss to Stars

Minnesota Wild left wing Marcus Foligno is among those who deserve some blame for the team's Game 3 loss to Dallas.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.

Brock Faber News / Gone Puck Wild / April 23

Wild’s frustrating Game 3 collapse in OT traces back to a brutal Game 1 moment

Brock Faber and the Minnesota Wild are still paying the price for something that happened in Game 1 of their series against Dallas.

NHL News / Bring Me The News / April 23

Double OT dagger: Stars take Game 3 over Wild after missed chances

At 12:10 of double overtime, and at roughly 12:55 a.m., Wyatt Johnson deflected a shot into the net to give the Dallas Stars a 4-3 win over the Minnesota Wild in Game 3 on Thursday morning.

Minnesota Wild News / Gone Puck Wild / April 22

Justin Jefferson hyped up Wild fans with an epic "Let's Play Hockey" chant before Game 3

Justin Jefferson hyped up the Minnesota Wild fans at Grand Casino Arean before Game 3 on Wednesday.

Minnesota Wild News / Daily Faceoff / April 22

Wild’s Zuccarello, Trenin to miss Game 3 against Stars with injuries

A couple of notable names will not be in the lineup on Wednesday night in the Twin Cities. Not long before puck drop of Game 3 of their Central Division Semifinal against the Dallas Stars, the Minnesota Wild announced that forwards Mats Zuccarello and Yakov Trenin will not play due to injuries.

Mats Zuccarello News / Gone Puck Wild / April 22

Is Mats Zuccarello playing tonight? Latest injury update ahead of Game 3

Minnesota Wild forward Mats Zuccarello missed Game 2 after getting hit with a cheap shot that caused an upper body injury.

Minnesota Wild News / Daily Faceoff / April 22

Hughes, Faber have been difference-makers for Wild

The Minnesota Wild successfully wrestled home ice advantage away from the Dallas Stars by beating them in Game 1 before the Stars bounced back to even the series on Monday night.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / April 22

Wild Make Goalie Decision After Game 2 Loss to Stars

The Minnesota Wild return home with their first-round series against the Dallas Stars tied after two games. Minnesota opened the series with a 6-1 win before dropping Game 2 by a 4-2 score in Dallas.

Marcus Foligno News / Field Level Media / April 21

Wild's Marcus Foligno: Stars 'can't hang with us 5-on-5' entering G3

As far as Minnesota Wild forward Marcus Foligno is concerned, the key to regaining control of his team's first-round playoff series is staying out of the penalty box.

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 21

3 Takeaways From the Wild’s 4-2 Loss to the Stars in Game 2

The Minnesota Wild took on the Dallas Stars in Game 2 of Round 1 on Monday evening, Apr. 20, in Dallas, Texas. The Wild opened the series with a big 6-1 win that surprised many, and they looked to take Game 2 as well.

Minnesota Wild News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 20

Wild Recall Seven Players

The Minnesota Wild have stocked their cupboard of black aces as Game 2 of the first round approaches. Minnesota has recalled forwards Nicolas Aube-Kubel, Hunter Haight, and Ben Jones; defensemen Carson Lambos and David Spacek; and goaltenders Riley Mercer and Chase Wutzke from the AHL per Michael Russo of The Athletic.

Minnesota Wild News / Bring Me The News / April 20

Wild looking to reach a franchise first on Monday: A two-game series lead

On Monday night, the Wild have a chance to do something they've incredibly never done in their quarter-century franchise history: Take a two-game lead in a playoff series.

Minnesota Wild News / Daily Faceoff / April 20

Wild showcase newfound confidence in blowout win

The Minnesota Wild made one of the biggest statements in the opening weekend of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, leading many to believe this team is a little different than in years past.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 19

3 Takeaways From the Wild’s Game 1 Victory Over the Stars

The Minnesota Wild captured a huge Game 1 win on the road in Dallas with a dominating 6-1 performance. Every team will tell you they just want to win one game through the first two on the road, and the Wild did it in a spectacular effort.

NHL News / EasySportz / April 19

Wild Punk Stars in Game 1 Stunner

DALLAS — The Minnesota Wild didn’t ease into their playoff opener. They stormed into Texas and took control from the opening puck drop. Minnesota stunned the Dallas Stars with a dominant Game 1 performance, delivering a lopsided win that sent a clear message: this series won’t follow the script.

Matt Boldy News / Field Level Media / April 18

Matt Boldy, Wild make big statement, rout Stars in series opener

Matt Boldy had two goals and an assist for the visiting Minnesota Wild in a 6-1 win against the Dallas Stars in Game 1 of their Western Conference first-round series on Saturday.

NHL News / Yardbarker / April 17

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Rieger Lorenz News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 15

Wild Closing In On Signing Rieger Lorenz

The Wild have been busy locking up draft picks and free agents out of the college ranks over the past few days. That’s expected to continue as they’re closing in on an entry-level pact with 2022 second-rounder Rieger Lorenz, Michael Russo of The Athletic reports.

Minnesota Wild News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 13

Wild Recall Ben Jones, Nicolas Aube-Kubel

After recalling a pair of depth players yesterday, the Minnesota Wild are again adding more reinforcements for their final two games of the regular season.

Minnesota Wild News / The Hockey Writers / April 12

Wild’s Marcus Foligno’s Generosity & Leadership Earn Him a King Clancy Nomination

The NHL regular season is coming to a close with less than a week to go, as the season will officially end on Thurs. Apr 16. The NHL awards will be given out after the Stanley Cup is won, and recently, they announced the nominees for the King Clancy Memorial Trophy.