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Can the Wild find depth scoring with Kaprizov’s new contract?

When the Minnesota Wild signed star winger Kirill Kaprizov to a record-breaking eight-year contract extension just a couple of weeks ago, the collective sigh of relief from the Twin Cities could be heard around the hockey world.

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19-year-old Wild rookie Zeev Buium already looks like a ceiling raiser

The Wild lost 5-2 to the Dallas Stars on Tuesday night in the second leg of a home-road back-to-back. It was a winnable game for Minnesota, who out-shot Dallas 41-25 and cut a 3-0 deficit to 3-2 in the third period before a couple late empty-net goals ended their shot at a comeback.

Matt Boldy News / Gone Puck Wild / October 15

Wild stumble early, rally late, but fall short in Dallas

Matt Boldy and Kirill Kaprizov scored power-play goals in the third period, but it wasn’t enough as the Dallas Stars skated away with a 5–2 win over the Minneso

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 15

3 Takeaways From the Wild’s Loss to the Stars

The Minnesota Wild started their five-game road trip off in Texas against the Dallas Stars on Tuesday night, Oct. 14. After salvaging a shootout win against the Los Angeles Kings at home the night before, the Wild looked to have a better performance against the Stars.

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The 'Maurice Richard Trophy winners' quiz

How many of the Maurice Richard trophy winners since the award was first given out in 1998-99 can you name in five minutes?

The 'NHL all-time goals leaders' quiz

The 'NHL 1,600 point club' quiz

The 'Team Canada 2025 Four Nations Face-Off roster' quiz

Minnesota Wild News / Gone Puck Wild / October 15

Wild make decision on rookie with latest roster decision

One of them was always going to head to the AHL.

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The 20 NHL players under the most pressure for the 2025-26 season

Some players certainly face more pressure than most, and of course inherently some players are facing the most pressure.

Maple Leafs making the right call with major roster decision

How long is Steve Yzerman's leash with the Detroit Red Wings?

Matthew Schaefer impressed in his NHL debut with Islanders

One rookie to watch on all 32 NHL teams in 2025-26

Best hockey line nicknames of all time

Minnesota Wild News / Bring Me The News / October 14

3 takeaways from the Wild's first 3 games, including a red-hot power play

The Wild are 2-1 to begin this NHL season after taking down the Kings in a shootout on Monday night in St. Paul. They'll be back in action on Tuesday night in Dallas, but before that game happens, let's go over three takeaways from Minnesota's first three contests of the new campaign.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 14

3 Takeaways From the Wild’s Shootout Win Over the Kings

The Minnesota Wild hosted the Los Angeles Kings on Monday evening, Oct. 13, before heading on a five-game road trip. The injuries remained the same, with Mats Zuccarello and Nico Sturm still out.

NHL News / Gone Puck Wild / October 13

Wild earn shootout victory over Kings with strong special teams performance

It took a little longer than most Minnesota Wild fans were hoping it would, but the team made it worth the wait as Marco Rossi beat Darcy Kuemper in the shootou

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 13

Wild Hang On to Take Down Kings in Shootout 4-3

The Minnesota Wild and Los Angeles Kings faced off for the first time of the season on Monday evening, Oct. 13, in St. Paul, Minnesota, at Grand Casino Arena.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 13

Wild weather Kings' late rally to prevail in shootout

Kirill Kaprizov and Matt Boldy each scored to continue their torrid starts to the season, and the Minnesota Wild escaped with a 4-3 win in the shootout against the Los Angeles Kings on Monday night in St.

Minnesota Wild News / Bring Me The News / October 13

Wallstedt, Yurov to make season debuts for Wild against Kings on Monday

Goaltender Jesper Wallstedt and forward Danila Yurov, two of the Wild's top young prospects, are set to make their season debuts on Monday night against the Los Angeles Kings at Grand Casino Arena in St.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 12

Kings, Wild searching for stability after uneven starts

The start of the season has featured mixed results for the Minnesota Wild. Wild coach John Hynes hopes that the good outweighs the bad when his team faces off against the Los Angeles Kings on Monday night in St.

Filip Gustavsson News / Field Level Media / October 10

Filip Gustavsson, Wild seek strong encore in home opener against Columbus

Minnesota Wild goaltender Filip Gustavsson remembers a lesson from two seasons ago. Gustavsson is coming off a shutout victory in the Wild's season opener Thursday night against the St.

Minnesota Wild News / EssentiallySports / October 10

'Life Changing': Minnesota Wild Extension Turns Goalie’s Dream Into Reality Following Flawless Opening Night

The blockbuster $136M Kirill Kaprizov contract extension is dominating the headlines for the Minnesota Wild, but he isn’t the only player securing his future in St.

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The '2024 TD catch leaders by team' quiz

The 'NFL total touchdown pass leaders' quiz

The 'NFL 250-passing-yard game leaders' quiz

The 'Team USA men's basketball coaches' quiz

Minnesota Wild News / NHL Trade Talk / October 10

Bill Guerin Makes ‘Wild’ Admission About Kaprizov’s Deal

Minnesota Wild GM Bill Guerin has never been one to avoid telling it like it is. Sometimes, he’s so forthcoming, it ruffles feathers, but, more often than not, it’s refreshing to hear a manager tell the truth to a point that surprises people.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / October 10

Kings' Adrian Kempe might be looking at $11M-$12M a year

The Minnesota Wild may have overpaid Kirill Kaprizov, but there are no regrets; it’s better than the alternative, and they have some good deals already TSN: Pierre LeBrun, who spoke with Minnesota Wild GM Bill Guerin after Jack Eichel signed for $13.5 million.

Minnesota Wild News / Athlon Sports / October 9

Wild GM Admits Overpaying Kirill Kaprizov to Avoid Worst-Case Scenario

Minnesota Wild general manager Bill Guerin did not attempt to hide the fact that his franchise overpaid for Kirill Kaprizov’s record-setting extension.

Nico Sturm News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 9

Wild’s Nico Sturm to miss 6-8 weeks, back surgery likely

Nico Sturm suffered a back injury early in training camp, and the Wild center landed on injured reserve on Tuesday. After being noncommittal about his

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