Locked On Wild - Your Daily Minnesota Wild Podcast

The Minnesota Wild may be out, but the Stanley Cup playoffs rage on with surprising Minnesota connections. Which of the final eight teams has zero ties to the State of Hockey? Discover the former Wild players and Minnesota natives still vying for Lord Stanley's Cup. From Jake Oettinger's stellar goaltending for Dallas to Nino Niederreiter's goal-scoring prowess with Winnipeg, host Seth Toupal brea...

Bill Guerin's end-of-season presser reveals intriguing insights for the Minnesota Wild. No coaching staff changes, including Iowa Wild's Brett McLean, despite two underwhelming seasons. Guerin acknowledges the need for center depth and goaltending reinforcements. The Wild aim to add a third goalie with NHL backup experience, addressing concerns about Jesper Wallstedt's development. Injury woes con...

The Minnesota Wild's salary cap situation takes center stage as the team prepares for the 2025-2026 season. With $18.4 million in projected cap space, the Wild face crucial decisions on roster construction. Key needs include a top-six forward and solidifying the fourth line. Potential solutions lie in prospects like Danila Yurov, Zeev Buium, and David Jiricek on entry-level contracts.  Host Seth T...

Marco Rossi's future with the Minnesota Wild hangs in the balance. Will the talented forward be traded? Kirill Kaprizov hints at staying in Minnesota, but injury concerns loom. The Wild face crucial roster decisions after another first-round playoff exit. Seth Toupal and Alex Micheletti break down the Wild's burning offseason questions. They explore potential trades, including moving a defenseman...

Filip Gustavsson's stellar playoff performance demands attention. The Wild goalie's .917 save percentage against Vegas' relentless offense showcased his value. Matt Boldy's postseason heroics - 5 goals, 7 points in 6 games - highlight his potential as Kirill Kaprizov's offensive wingman. Seth Toupal, host of Locked on Wild, breaks down Gustavsson's contract situation, Boldy's impact, and the Wild'...

The Minnesota Wild saw their season come to an end after a 3-2 loss to the Vegas Golden Knights in Game 6. The Wild fell 4-2 in the series, and for the 3rd straight year lost a series in 6 after taking a 2-1 lead. The Wild fell behind 1-0 on a Power Play goal from Shea Theodore. Ryan Hartman scored his first goal of the series with 4 seconds left in the 1st to tie the game at 1. Jack Eichel scored...

Welcome to the NHL Squad Show! Today our hosts Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Seth Toupal (Locked On Wild), Tom Callahan (Locked On Utah Hockey Club), and Ann Kimmel (Locked On Predators) are here to talk about the biggest surprises of the playoffs so far, plus the 2026 ASG is cancelled, and Vancouver needs a new coach   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Money Take control of your...

Gustav Nyquist's offsides call likely cost the Minnesota Wild the series against the Golden Knights. Despite this, he remains in the lineup for Game 6. What has Nyquist contributed? The Wild face elimination with an unchanged roster, raising questions about lineup decisions. Joel Eriksson Ek's impact goes beyond the scoresheet, shutting down Jack Eichel and enabling Kirill Kaprizov and Matt Boldy'...

The Minnesota Wild were pushed to the brink of elimination after losing Game 5 in Vegas 3-2 in Overtime. The Wild had what looked like the go ahead goal from Ryan Hartman with 1:15 remaining in the 3rd period, but after a review for a kicking motion, Vegas challenged for offsides and it was determined that Gustav Nyquist came in offsides and the goal was waived off. In the overtime period the Gold...

The Minnesota Wild face a pivotal Game 5 against the Vegas Golden Knights after a heartbreaking overtime loss in Game 4. Despite the setback, the Wild remain confident, having shown resilience throughout the series. Filip Gustavsson continues to impress in net, while secondary scoring from Marco Rossi and Marcus Foligno keeps the Wild competitive. Host Seth Toupal and guest Alex Micheletti break d...

The Minnesota Wild welcomed the home crowd to the playoffs with a 5-2 win over Vegas in Game 3 of their opening round series with the Golden Knights. The Wild got the scoring started on a Power Play goal from Kirill Kaprizov to make it 1-0 with 3 minutes gone in the 1st. Marco Rossi scored his 1st goal of the postseason minutes later to make it 2-0. The Golden Knights got one back to make it 2-1 a...

The Minnesota Wild showcase responsible physicality in their playoff series against the Vegas Golden Knights. Through two games, the Wild have limited penalties and maintained composure, a stark contrast to previous postseasons. Ryan Hartman's elevated play exemplifies this approach, contributing offensively while staying within bounds. John Hynes keeps the lineup unchanged for Game 3, raising que...

Welcome to the NHL Squad Show! Today our hosts Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Shukri Wrights (Locked On NHL Game Night), Erica L Ayala (Locked On Kraken), Ann Kimmel (Locked On Predators), Kyle Kjer (Locked On Ducks) and Haley Taylor Simon (Locked On Blues) are here to talk about the biggest surprises of the playoffs so far and which playoff rivalry is the best rivalry, before taking a quick lo...

The Minnesota Wild evened up their series against the Vegas Golden Knights with a hot start in a 5-2 win Tuesday night in Vegas. The Wild scored 3 goals in the first period off of Vegas turnovers, as Matt Boldy, Marcus Foligno, and Mats Zuccarello all pushed the Wild out to a 3-0 lead in the period. Kirill Kaprizov scored early in the 2nd to make it 4-0. Vegas would eventually answer as Noah Hanif...

The Minnesota Wild shake up their lineup for Game 2 against the Vegas Golden Knights. Marco Rossi demoted to the fourth line, while Ryan Hartman moves up. Analysis of Game 1 line combinations reveals offensive struggles beyond the top line. Can the Wild generate more scoring chances against Vegas' stingy defense? Seth Toupal breaks down the Wild's depth issues compared to Vegas' balanced attack. H...

The Minnesota Wild face a tough challenge against the Vegas Golden Knights in Game 1 of their playoff series. Matt Boldy shines with two goals, but the Wild struggle to find offensive depth beyond their top line. Kirill Kaprizov plays a facilitator role, while Joel Eriksson Ek has a monster game. Host Seth Toupal and guest Alex Michaletti break down the 4-2 loss, highlighting key moments and playe...

The Vegas Golden Knights began the series against the Minnesota Wild with a 4-2 win over the Minnesota Wild to take a 1-0 lead in the best of 7 series. Matt Boldy scored twice for the Wild, but Special Teams once again haunted the Wild as they gave up a Power Play goal and were unable to score on their lone Power Play of the night. Filip Gustavsson stopped 23 of 26 shots in net for the Wild. Marcu...

The Minnesota Wild face off against the Vegas Golden Knights in a high-stakes NHL playoff series. Can the Wild's full lineup, back for the first time since November, overcome Vegas' potent offense? Key storylines include health concerns, special teams battles, and X-factor players like Matt Boldy and Pavel Dorofeyev. Hosts Seth Toupal and Chris Gawlik break down crucial matchups, including the Wil...

The Minnesota Wild face off against the Vegas Golden Knights in a high-stakes NHL playoff series. Can the Wild's fully healthy roster overcome Vegas' formidable depth? Kirill Kaprizov and Joel Eriksson Ek must step up for Minnesota, while Jack Eichel and Mark Stone pose significant threats for the Golden Knights. The series hinges on special teams performance and the Wild's ability to penetrate Ve...

Matt Boldy, Philip Gustavsson, and Marcus Foligno emerge as crucial players for the Minnesota Wild in their playoff series against the Vegas Golden Knights. Boldy's offensive prowess could be the X-factor, while Gustafson's goaltending will be pivotal in containing Vegas' high-powered offense. Foligno's physical presence and disciplined play could set the tone for the Wild's success.  Host Seth To...

The Minnesota Wild face an uphill battle against the Vegas Golden Knights in their playoff series. Three crucial battle lines emerge: high-danger chances, special teams, and line matchups. The Wild must generate more high-danger shots to keep pace with Vegas' potent offense. Special teams could be a deciding factor, with Vegas boasting a lethal power play despite limited opportunities. Face-off wi...

NOTE: Recorded before the Western Conference wildcards and WC2 in the East are set   Welcome to the NHL Squad Show! Today our hosts Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Seth Toupal (Locked On Wild) and Shukri Wrights (Locked On NHL Game Night) are talking about the biggest surprises and disappointments of the NHL season, before talking about which first round match-ups could involve an upset…   Suppo...

The Minnesota Wild clinched a playoff spot and the top Wildcard spot as they beat the Anaheim Ducks 3-2 in Overtime to finish the regular season at 44-30-7. The Wild fell behind 2-1, and got the game tying goal with Joel Eriksson Ek with under a minute to play to send the game to overtime. Marc-Andre Fleury came in during the overtime session to get one final send off from the fans. The Wild got t...

The Minnesota Wild face a must-win game against the Anaheim Ducks to secure a playoff spot. Jared Spurgeon and Jake Middleton return, but Zeev Buium sits out due to high stakes. Bill Guerin's contradictory statements about lineup decisions raise eyebrows. The Wild need just one point to clinch, while the St. Louis Blues and Calgary Flames scramble for remaining spots. Host Seth Toupal breaks down...

The Minnesota Wild face a must-win scenario against the Anaheim Ducks to secure a playoff spot. A victory guarantees the top wild card position and avoids a matchup with the Winnipeg Jets. The Wild's recent loss to Calgary and overtime win against Vancouver have complicated their postseason chances. Zeev Buium's entry-level contract signing adds intrigue to the lineup decisions. Host Seth Toupal a...