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The Minnesota Wild have a pair of brothers on their injured reserve headed into Monday’s matchup against the Vegas Golden Knights. Forward Marcus Foligno was moved to IR with a mid-body injury, per Michael Russo of The Athletic.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / October 7

Western Conference Injuries: Predators goaltender Justus Annunen heads to IR; Sharks center Macklin Celebrini continues to be evaluated

Bruce Miles: Chicago Blackhawks forward Teuvo Teravainen left last night’s game after the second period with a lower-body injury, and he won’t travel with the team to New York.

Nick Foligno News / Daily Faceoff / October 6

Wild’s Nick Foligno leaves game with upper-body injury

An early end to one of the grittier veterans in the game. On Tuesday night, Minnesota Wild forward Nick Foligno exited a game against the Buffalo Sabres early after suffering an upper-body injury.

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Minnesota Wild News / Gone Puck Wild / October 2

3 winners (and 2 losers) from the Wild’s season opening win over the Predators

The Minnesota Wild took care of business in their season opener, defeating the Nashville Predators by a score of 3-1 on Thursday night. The win came on the heels of an offseason where there were plenty of questions about the roster and how the Wild would perform coming off a successful campaign a year ago.

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Minnesota Wild News / Gone Puck Wild / October 1

Wild’s first goal of the year validates Nick Foligno’s decision to return

If you were placing bets on who would score the first goal for the Minnesota Wild this season, Nick Foligno would probably be toward the bottom of the list.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Blackhawk Up / September 14

5 longest-serving captains in Blackhawks history

The Chicago Blackhawks traded their most recent captain, Nick Foligno, to the Minnesota Wild, leaving a vacancy as the team’s leader. Many fans expect Connor Bedard to inherit the captaincy, and at 21 years old, he’d become the second-youngest leader in franchise history behind Jonathan Toews, who was 20 at the time of his appointment.

Minnesota Wild News / Field Level Media / July 2

Wild re-sign F Nick Foligno, 38, for his 20th NHL season

The Minnesota Wild are bringing back veteran forward Nick Foligno on a one-year, $900,000 contract to play his 20th NHL season in 2026-27, the team announced Thursday.

Minnesota Wild News / The Hockey Writers / July 2

Nick Foligno Signs 1-Year Contract to Stay With the Wild

Nick Foligno has signed a one-year contract to remain with the Minnesota Wild, the team announced Thursday morning. The deal is worth $900,000. Foligno, 38, split last season between the Chicago Blackhawks and Wild.

Minnesota Wild News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 1

Wild To Re-Sign Nick Foligno, Zach Bogosian

The Minnesota Wild are retaining a few of their veteran depth pieces for next season. According to Michael Russo of The Athletic, the Wild are expected to re-sign forward Nick Foligno and defenseman Zach Bogosian before free agency begins.

Minnesota Wild News / Field Level Media / June 4

Wild F Marcus Foligno claims King Clancy Trophy

Minnesota Wild forward Marcus Foligno was named the winner of the 2025-26 King Clancy Memorial Trophy on Thursday. The award is presented to the player who best exemplifies leadership qualities on and off the ice and has made a noteworthy humanitarian contribution in his community.

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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.

Minnesota Wild News / Daily Faceoff / June 4

Wild’s Marcus Foligno wins 2026 King Clancy Memorial Trophy

Minnesota Wild alternate captain Marcus Foligno has been named the 2026 winner of the King Clancy Memorial Trophy, given each year “to the player who best

Minnesota Wild News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 4

Marcus Foligno Awarded 2026 King Clancy Trophy

The NHL has announced that Marcus Foligno has won the King Clancy Memorial Trophy. The award is given to the player who best exemplifies leadership qualities on and off the ice and has made a noteworthy humanitarian contribution in his community.

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Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / May 29

How Blackhawks Are Shaping The Next Wave of Team Leaders

“Leadership” has been a big buzzword all season for the Chicago Blackhawks, especially after veterans Jason Dickinson, Nick Foligno, and Connor Murphy (captain and alternate captains) got traded at the NHL Trade Deadline.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / May 22

Ray Ferraro floats the idea of Maple Leafs trading down at 2026 NHL Draft

As the Toronto Maple Leafs missed the playoffs for the first time in the Auston Matthews era, rumours have swirled that the roster could undergo massive

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / March 17

Inside Wild’s Nick Foligno’s Return to Chicago: Chirps, Dinners & Gratitude

For the Chicago Blackhawks, the trade deadline on March 6 might seem like it was ages ago, but 11 days later, it’s a reminder about how not long ago it really was.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 27

Blackhawks, Nick Foligno Discussing Trade Deadline Plans

After a surprising start, the Chicago Blackhawks have fallen out of the playoff conversation over the last few months. That being said, with six pending unrestricted free agents on the roster, they have the option to be a fairly active seller leading up to the trade deadline.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Daily Faceoff / December 28

Blackhawks’ Nick Foligno makes return to lineup after 19-game absence

The Chicago Blackhawks announced on social media that forward Nick Foligno has been activated from injured reserve and will make his return to the lineup for their game on Sunday against the Pittsburgh Penguins.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Daily Faceoff / November 17

Blackhawks place Nick Foligno on injured reserve

The Chicago Blackhawks have announced that winger Nick Foligno has been placed on injured reserve, retroactive to November 15th. Foligno is out of the lineup due to a hand injury, one that he sustained late in the second period of the Blackhawks game against the Toronto Maple Leafs on Saturday.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 16

Blackhawks' Nick Foligno to miss four weeks with hand injury

The Chicago Blackhawks will be without captain Nick Foligno for the next month, head coach Jeff Blashill told Mario Tirabassi of CHGO Sports. Foligno sustained a hand injury after blocking a shot in Saturday night’s game against the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Field Level Media / November 16

Blackhawks captain Nick Foligno (hand) out 4 weeks

Chicago Blackhawks captain Nick Foligno is expected to be sidelined approximately four weeks with a hand injury, the team announced. Foligno sustained the injury on Saturday night after blocking a shot from Toronto defenseman Jake McCabe during the second period of Chicago's 3-2 victory against the Maple Leafs.

Chicago Blackhawks News / ChiCitySports / October 21

Chicago Blackhawks captain Nick Foligno returns to team after family health scare

After missing three games due to a personal family matter, Chicago Blackhawks captain Nick Foligno returned to practice at Fifth Third Arena on Monday morning, bringing a wave of relief and positivity to both teammates and fans.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Daily Faceoff / October 15, 2025

Blackhawks’ Nick Foligno takes leave of absence

An established veteran is taking time away from the game for a very important reason. On Wednesday, the Chicago Blackhawks announced that captain Nick Foligno is going to take a brief leave of absence from the team.

Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / August 27, 2025

Blackhawks 2025-26 Player Previews: Nick Foligno

The Chicago Blackhawks have an important season ahead of them. The organization has committed to building through the draft, and a plethora of draft picks are NHL-ready, or on the cusp of being NHL-ready.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 18, 2024

Blackhawks name Nick Foligno as captain

Foligno is entering his second season with the Hawks after inking a two-year, $9M extension in January to keep him off this summer’s free-agent market.

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Chicago Blackhawks News / Chicago Hockey Now / April 28, 2024

Blackhawks Bottom Line: Unofficial Captain Nick Foligno Went Above and Beyond

Over the course of the next month, Chicago Hockey Now will be profiling every Chicago Blackhawks player from the 2023-24 season. Today, will be Nick Foligno.

Chicago Blackhawks News / Yardbarker / January 24, 2024

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Chicago Blackhawks News / The Hockey Writers / January 13, 2024

Blackhawks Re-Signing Foligno Invaluable for Future

The Chicago Blackhawks are at the point where decisions have to be made. Going into January, only three forwards were signed for the 2024-25 season, and with the trade deadline coming up on Mar.