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The Minnesota Wild have clinched their spot in the 2025 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs. Joel Eriksson Ek scored his 14th goal of the season with 20 seconds left in regulation against the Anaheim Ducks Tuesday night, helping the Wild force overtime and earn a point, clinching their spot in the postseason.

Minnesota Wild News / Daily Faceoff / April 10

Having Kaprizov, Eriksson-Ek back makes the Wild scary again

With a relatively healthy lineup, the Minnesota Wild showcased an offensive frenzy Wednesday night, beating the San Jose Sharks 8-7 in overtime and maintaining the No.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / April 10

Flames remain barely afloat in the playoff picture, but they need a lot of help to qualify

The Calgary Flames’ playoff hopes and dreams were dealt a pair of big hits on Wednesday night. First, fuelled by the returns to action of Joel Eriksson Ek and Kirill Kaprizov, the Minnesota Wild beat the San Jose Sharks in overtime.

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The NHL began awarding the Conn Smythe Trophy to the most valuable player of the postseason beginning in the 1965 season. How many of the past winners can you name in six minutes?

Minnesota Wild News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 10

Wild’s Joel Eriksson Ek pulls off rare feat in 1st game back from injury

The Minnesota Wild realized just how badly they missed Kirill Kaprizov and Joel Eriksson Ek on Wednesday night. The two star forwards combined for six goals and an assist in their respective returns, powering a crazy 8-7 victory over the San Jose Sharks that brought the team closer to the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 10

3 Takeaways From the Wild’s 8-7 Overtime Win Over the Sharks

The Minnesota Wild hosted the San Jose Sharks on Wednesday night, Apr. 9, for their final regular-season meeting. After what felt like an eternity, the Wild had Kirill Kaprizov and Joel Eriksson Ek back in the lineup as they were activated off long-term injured reserve earlier that afternoon.

Minnesota Wild News / Field Level Media / April 10

NHL roundup: Joel Eriksson Ek scores 4, Wild top Sharks 8-7 in OT

Kirill Kaprizov scored 1:01 into overtime, Joel Eriksson Ek netted four goals and the Minnesota Wild escaped with an 8-7 win over the San Jose Sharks on Wednesday night in Saint Paul, Minn.

Minnesota Wild News / The Hockey Writers / April 9

Eriksson Ek & Kaprizov Lead Wild in 8-7 Overtime Win Over Sharks

The Minnesota Wild and San Jose Sharks faced off on Wednesday night, Apr. 9, in St. Paul, Minnesota. It was a big night for the Wild as earlier that afternoon, they activated Kirill Kaprizov and Joel Eriksson Ek from long-term injured reserve (LTIR).

Minnesota Wild News / Field Level Media / April 9

Joel Eriksson Ek scores 4 goals in Wild's OT win over Sharks

Kirill Kaprizov scored one minute into overtime, Joel Eriksson Ek netted four goals and the Minnesota Wild escaped with an 8-7 win over the San Jose Sharks on Wednesday night in Saint Paul, Minn.

Minnesota Wild News / Field Level Media / April 9

Wild activate Eriksson Ek, Kaprizov from IR

The Minnesota Wild on Wednesday activated forwards Joel Eriksson Ek and Kirill Kaprizov from injured reserve and long-term IR, respectively. Kaprizov has been out since Jan.

Minnesota Wild News / Athlon Sports / April 9

Wild make massive announcement amid playoff berth hunt

The Minnesota Wild have a four-point lead on the final wild-card spot in the Western Conference.

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Minnesota Wild News / Daily Faceoff / April 9

Wild’s Kirill Kaprizov and Joel Eriksson Ek expected to return on Wednesday against Sharks

The Minnesota Wild might be getting a couple of key players back just in time for the final push ahead of the postseason. When speaking to the media after the morning skate, head coach John Hynes said he expects forwards Kirill Kaprizov and Joel Eriksson Ek to return to the lineup on Wednesday when the Wild hosts the San Jose Sharks.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / April 9

Kirill Kaprizov, Joel Eriksson Ek nearing return for Wild

Wes Crosby: Chicago Blackhawks forward Philipp Kurashev left towards the end of the third period after taking a puck to the face. Aarif Deen of Colorado Hockey Now: Gabriel Landeskog continues to practice with the Colorado Avalanche but he won’t be ready to return this week.

Minnesota Wild News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 9

Wild could activate two key players vs. Sharks

The Wild could activate star winger Kirill Kaprizov and top matchup center Joel Eriksson Ek for Wednesday’s game against the Sharks.

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Minnesota Wild News / Bring Me The News / April 8

Wild's John Hynes gives hopeful updates on Kirill Kaprizov, Joel Eriksson Ek

The Minnesota Wild are down to four games left in the regular season and it is only a matter of time before Kirill Kaprizov and Joel Eriksson Ek are back

Minnesota Wild News / Bring Me The News / April 2

'Positive feedback': Kirill Kaprizov, Joel Eriksson Ek set to return to Wild soon?

There are seven games left in the Minnesota Wild's regular season and Kirill Kaprizov and Joel Eriksson Ek still appear to be on track to return from injuries before the playoffs. Kaprizov, who has played in three games since Dec.

Minnesota Wild News / Daily Faceoff / April 1

How close are Kaprizov and Eriksson Ek to rejoining Wild’s lineup?

To say that the Minnesota Wild have been sputtering to the finish line this regular season would be an understatement. After a red hot 18-4-4 start to the season, they’ve gone 23-24-2 since and now find themselves not only in a wild card spot, but at risk of being overtaken by the St.

Minnesota Wild News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 30

Wild stars full participants at practice

While their participation doesn’t necessarily mean the two stars are close to a return, their continued progress should serve as an encouraging sign for their playoff availability.

Minnesota Wild News / Field Level Media / February 25

Wild place Joel Eriksson Ek on IR

Joel Eriksson Ek suffered a lower-body injury in practice on Monday and was placed on injured reserve Tuesday. Per The Athletic, the 28-year-old Eriksson Ek could miss "significantly longer" than the required week.

Minnesota Wild News / Daily Faceoff / February 25

Minnesota Wild’s Joel Eriksson Ek placed on injured reserve after injury in practice

On Tuesday, the Minnesota Wild placed forward Joel Eriksson Ek on injured reserve after he picked up an injury in practice on Monday. The centerman must miss at least seven days, which includes four games for the Wild, but could be out longer, according to The Athletic’s Michael Russo.

Minnesota Wild News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 13

Injured Wild standout to miss Sunday showdown with Jets

Minnesota Wild center Joel Eriksson Ek has been sidelined for at least Sunday's game against the Winnipeg Jets due to a head injury.

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Minnesota Wild News / Yardbarker / March 19, 2024

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We have a packed hockey night to get through, and there are prop angles in nearly all on the day's slate. We've whittled our list down to three, all offering some solid prices relative to their roles in these matchups.

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Minnesota Wild News / Hockey Wilderness / January 16, 2024

It's Safe To Ignore Any Joel Eriksson Ek Trade Rumors

The Minnesota Wild's 5-0 win over the New York Islanders couldn't stop them from entering Tuesday stuck firmly in 13th place in the Western Conference.

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