Crease and Assist Podcast

In this episode, join Derek ( @CreaseAndAssist ), Kalisha ( @KalishaTownsell ), and Theresa ( @MNSOTA24 ) as they discuss several of the important questions facing the 2023-24 Minnesota Wild. They address the Marco Rossi and Calen Addison questions in particular, as well as the more lighthearted questions such as the new alternate jersey. They round out the episode by answering some listener quest...

Apologies/Disclaimer: We had some technical/network connectivity issues during this episode. Hopefully by the next time we record, the issues will have been addressed. In this episode, Derek, Kalisha, and Theresa discuss the never ending "will they or won't they" move saga that is the Arizona Coyotes. Is it time for the league to cut the cord and move on, or can hockey work out in A...

In this episode, Derek (@CreaseAndAssist), Theresa (@MNSOTA24), along with special guest Justin Caesar (@pantsboyusa) discuss the Wild's front office promotions as well as a sneak peak towards the 2023-24 (and 2024-25) season as we look at the Wild's list of unrestricted free agents. Looking at that list, we ask the question who will be signed and who will be let go. And as always, we re...

In this show, Derek ( @CreaseAndAssist ) and Theresa ( @MNSOTA24 ) are joined by esteemed Minnesota sports author Dan Whenesota ( @WHENESOTA ).  We will be discussing Minnesota sports history and whether there is any hope for a championship in sight.  We will also discuss the results of a listener poll and answer questions too!  In the links below are links to order either of Dan Whenesota's...

In this episode, Derek ( @CreaseAndAssist ), Kalisha ( @KalishaTownsell ) and Theresa ( @MNSOTA24 ) review the Minnesota Wild's selections from the 2023 NHL Entry Draft this week.  We provide detailed analysis of each selection and then give our opinions as well as listener reaction as well.  Listed below are links to each of the selections as well.  1st Round (21st Overall) C - Charlie Stram...

In this episode, Derek (@CreaseAndAssist) and Theresa (@MNSOTA24), discuss the recent news about the resignation of Orono Girls' Hockey Head Coach Larry Olimb. As part of this discussion, they talk about the details surrounding the decision, based on an article by  The Rink Live's Jess Meyer. We will react to that news and bring up details in the article. Then we will discuss the myths a...

In this episode, Derek (@CreaseAndAssist), Kalisha (@KalishaTownsell), and Theresa (@MNSOTA24) take a chance at their first full2023 mock draft (all six picks) for the Minnesota Wild. The selections made, will be based on the needs the hosts feel need to be addressed and the player they feel has the best chance to turn out to give the organization what is missing . Theresa will be giving you a tre...

In this episode, Derek (@CreaseAndAssist), Kalisha (@KalishaTownsell), and Theresa (@MNSOTA24) take a look at what the Minnesota Wild can learn from the Stanley Cup Finals. Also, they look ahead to the upcoming 2023 NHL Entry Draft as well as answering listener questions.  If you would like to join the conversation, please tweet Derek, Kalisha, or Theresa and use the hashtag #CreasePodcast, and we...

Welcome to the Crease and Assist Podcast! In today's episode, Derek (@CreaseAndAssist) and Theresa (@MNSOTA24) talk about draft needs for the team, as well as the decision to make Minnesota Wild Assistant Coach Brett McLean, the new head coach for the Iowa Wild. The latter topic also would serve as a bit of a related side tangent of what needs to happen to/for Marco Rossi and his future with...

Due to some saltiness, you may want to wear headphones if listening at work/school or around impressionable children. You have been warned. In this latest episode, Derek (@CreaseAndAssist), Kalisha (@KalishaTownsell), and Theresa (@MNSOTA24) discuss Minnesota's latest post-season letdown, exit meetings, and Wild General Manager Bill Guerin's comments. They also look ahead to what should...

In this episode, Derek (@CreaseAndAssist) and Theresa (@MNSOTA24) discuss the Minnesota Wild's most recent playoff failure, as they fell (again) in six games to the Dallas Stars. They also discuss predictions for the off-season as well as answering listener questions. If you would like to join the conversation, please tweet Derek, Theresa, or Kalisha (@KalishaTownsell) and tag it #CreasePodca...

***If you're listening at work or around impressionable children (or talking parrots), you're going to want to wear headphones, due to the frequent use of several Anglo-Saxon words. You've been warned.*** In this episode, Theresa (@MNSOTA24) and Derek (@CreaseAndAssist) are joined by special guest Justin Caesar (@pantsboyusa) as they provide their reaction to Minnesota's Game 4...

Welcome to the  Crease And Assist Podcast ! In this episode, Derek (@CreaseAndAssist) and Theresa (@MNSOTA24) discuss the Minnesota Wild's 1st round playoff opponent, the Dallas Stars. We offer our analysis of the series ahead and share our thoughts on the matchup. We also bring the fans' comments into the discussion when it comes to the Wild's chances. And as always, we answer list...

Welcome to the  Crease and Assist Podcast ! On this episode, Derek (@CreaseAndAssist) and Kalisha (@KalishaTownsell) discuss whether or not the Minnesota Wild are true Stanley Cup contenders or just fooling us all. They also talk about possible first round opponents as well as answer listener questions. Thank you so much for listening and interacting with our show! Please rate and leave a comment....

Welcome to another episode of the Crease and Assist Podcast, with hosts Kalisha Townsell (@KalishaTownsell) and Derek Felska (@CreaseAndAssist). In today's episode, Kalisha and Derek discuss the recent struggles of Mats Zuccarello, as well as look at a fan poll that asks which goaltender should get the start in Game 1 of the playoffs, assuming the Minnesota Wild make it. They also take a look...

Welcome to the  Crease and Assist Podcast .  In this episode, Kalisha Townsell (@KalishaTownsell) and Theresa Ferries (@MNSOTA24) discuss the improved play of Ryan Reaves and the great game Matt Boldy had against the Washington Capitals. Also a point of discussion/contention, is the arena shenanigans in Arizona. The Minnesota Wild also signed two prospect defensemen to entry-level contracts, and w...

Welcome to the  Crease and Assist Podcast . In this episode Derek Felska (@CreaseAndAssist) and Theresa Ferries (@MNSOTA24) discuss the Minnesota Wild's chances without its top scorer, Kirill Kaprizov. The Wild's superstar suffered a lower body injury, and will be out of action for the next 3-4 weeks. (Heads up, this is a longer episode.) This episode is also meant to be driven by our li...

Welcome to Episode #5, The Swedish Connection. Today's hosts are Theresa Ferries (@MNSOTA24) and as always, Kalisha Townsell (@KalishaTownsell).  Today, we discuss the Minnesota Wild's trade deadline activities as well as asking fans just how many players the team is from being a Stanley Cup contender. The Minnesota Boys' High School Hockey Tournament is this week, and we would like...

Welcome to Episode #4 of the Crease and Assist podcast with Kalisha Townsell (@KalishaTownsell) and Derek Felska (@CreaseAndAssist)! This week's episode is called  Trading Places as Kalisha and Derek use a listener poll to determine how Wild fans are feeling about this club's postseason chances going into the NHL trade deadline which is this upcoming Friday, March 3rd. We also discuss so...

Welcome to Episode #3 of the Crease and Assist Podcast, with Kalisha Townsell and Derek Felska. In this week's episode, Kalisha and Derek use a listener poll to see if they feel the Wild should be buyers or sellers in the upcoming trade deadline. They also discuss whether it's time to fully embrace the "Gus Bus" and lean more heavily on Filip Gustavsson as the season moves on....

In this week's episode, Kalisha (@KalishaTownsell) and Derek (@CreaseAndAssist) discuss the Minnesota Wild's 5-on-5 scoring woes and what options does the team have to address it. They also discuss which player do you keep, Sam Steel or Freddy Gaudreau. Lastly, they take listener questions via Twitter. If you would like to join the conversation, send your question to either Kalisha or De...

Welcome to the Crease and Assist Podcast!  In this episode, we briefly introduce the show's hosts and goals We also address two key questions for the Minnesota Wild as they come out of the NHL All-Star Break. Will Wild GM Bill Guerin be able to keep Calen Addison and Filip Gustavsson? Considering the team's cap crunch, is this the time to sell rather than to buy? We'd love to hear f...