Locked On Wild - Your Daily Minnesota Wild Podcast

The Minnesota Wild picked up a 2-1 win over the Carolina Hurricanes at home Thursday night. The Wild improved to 32-19-4, and 12-12-1 at home with the win. Filip Gustavsson was superb in net for the Wild, stopping 38 of 39 shots, and the Wild got scoring from Yakov Trenin and Vinnie Hinostroza to back Gus. The Hurricanes were trailing 2-0 in the final minutes before Sebastian Aho scored with an ex...

Welcome to the NHL Squad Show! Today our hosts Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Seth Toupal (Locked On Wild), Jess Belmosto (Locked On Flames), Zach Martin (Locked On Hurricanes) and Tom Callahan (Locked On Utah HC). Today we’re talking about the upcoming four Nations tournament, whether it’s created an unofficial trade deadline, who could be moved this month, and also what the next name for the...

The Minnesota Wild fall 3-0 to the Boston Bruins, marking their second consecutive shutout loss. Coach John Hynes discusses the team's improved effort but persistent scoring struggles. Jakub Lauko's injury woes continue as he lands on IR again, raising questions about his future with the team. Seth Toupal breaks down the Wild's offensive challenges, emphasizing the need for more top-six talent. He...

The Minnesota Wild suffered their second consecutive shutout as they lost 3-0 to Boston to finish their 5 game road trip 3-2. The Wild had a better effort than their previous game against Ottawa, but the offense couldn't generate enough quality chances against Jeremy Swayman, who held the Wild off the board. After a scoreless 1st period, Boston scored twice in the second period on goals from Trent...

The Minnesota Wild's January rollercoaster ride ends with an 8-6 record. Injuries and inconsistent performances plague the team, with notable losses to Ottawa and Colorado. Marc-Andre Fleury shines as Locked On Wild's Player of the Month, going 5-2 with a .923 save percentage. Host Seth Toupal and guest Zach Zeman break down the Wild's struggles, including defensive lapses and lack of secondary sc...

The Minnesota Wild face roster challenges as Jonas Brodin and Marcus Johansson return from injury. Ryan Hartman's potential suspension complicates lineup decisions, forcing the team to consider waiving players. Sammy Walker's trade to Utah highlights the fleeting nature of NHL opportunities. Host Seth Toupal and analyst Alex Micheletti dissect the Wild's lineup combinations, defensive pairings, an...

The Minnesota Wild's 6-0 loss to the Ottawa Senators was their worst performance of the season. John Hynes' post-game press conference lasted just 72 seconds, reflecting his frustration. Ryan Hartman faces a potential six-game suspension for his match penalty, leaving the Wild shorthanded. The team's lack of effort was evident in their dismal stats: 16 shots on goal compared to Ottawa's 52, a 29.3...

The Minnesota Wild face off against the Ottawa Senators in a clash of road warriors versus home ice heroes. With both teams boasting impressive records when leading, who will break first? Matt Boldy, Marco Rossi, and Matt Zuccarello lead the Wild's offensive charge, while Shane Pinto and Tim Stützle spearhead the Senators' attack. Wild head coach John Hynes praises his team's connected play and ba...

The Minnesota Wild remained perfect on their 5 game road trip with a 4-0 win over the Montreal Canadiens Thursday night in Montreal. Marc-Andre Fleury stopped all 20 shots he faced in his final start in Montreal and was backed by 4 different goal scorers as the Wild won their 20th game on the road. The Wild started the scoring in the 2nd period on Liam Ohgren's first goal of the season. Marco Ross...

The Minnesota Wild picked up a 3-1 win against the Toronto Maple Leafs to improve to 2-0 on their 5 game road trip. The Wild started the scoring with a goal from Marat Khusnutdinov to make it 1-0 in the first. Jared Spurgeon added a Power Play goal to make it 2-0. William Nylander scored in the 3rd to cut the lead to 2-1, but Marcus Foligno scored an empty netter to seal the scoring and preserve t...

Welcome to the NHL Squad Show! Today our hosts Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Seth Toupal (Locked On Wild), Chris Micieli (Locked On Avalanche), Eddie Fox (Locked On Kings) and Ann Kimmel (Locked On Predators) get together to talk about the surprise Mikko Rantanen blockbuster trade, whether the Eastern wildcard race is going to affect the trade deadline, and when Vancouver is finally going to s...

Kirill Kaprizov's season-altering injury shakes up the Minnesota Wild's playoff hopes. The star forward is set for surgery, sidelining him for at least four weeks. How will this impact the Wild's trade deadline strategy and cap maneuverability? Seth Toupal breaks down the implications, exploring potential line combinations and identifying key players who must step up in Kaprizov's absence. Host Se...

The Minnesota Wild's 4-2 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks showcased their blueprint for success: strong starts and consistent play. John Hynes emphasized the importance of scoring first, with the Wild boasting a 20-8-2 record when they do. The team's stifling defense and ability to suffocate opponents' offenses were on full display for two periods, holding Chicago to just five shots. Seth Toupa...

The Minnesota Wild's recent struggles have coach John Hynes and GM Bill Guerin fuming. Lackluster performances, soft defense, and a lack of pushback after Marc-Andre Fleury was punched raise concerns. Seth Toupal and Alex Micheletti dissect the Wild's blueprint for success and why it's not being executed. Hynes' post-game quotes reveal mounting frustration with the team's effort and commitment. Gu...

The Minnesota Wild started strong and hung on to beat Chicago 4-2 on Sunday. The Wild improved to 29-17-4 and 18-5-3 on the road, but had to weather a late surge by Chicago for most of the 3rd period. The Wild held Chicago to just 5 shots on goal through the first 2 periods of the game as they scored 3 times on goals from Jared Spurgeon, Freddy Gaudreau and Joel Eriksson Ek. But Chicago scored 2 t...

The Minnesota Wild fell to the Utah Hockey Club 4-0 at Xcel Energy Center to drop to 11-11-1 at home. The Wild surrendered 2 goals in the 1st, 1 in the 2nd and 1 in the 3rd, and managed just 26 shots for the game. Filip Gustavsson stopped 25 of 29 shots, and has now given up 23 goals in his last 5 starts. The Wild host Calgary for their next game on Saturday.  Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: Loc...

NOTE: This was recorded before the McDavid suspension was announced Welcome to the NHL Squad show! Today, Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Jay Forster (Locked On Blue Jackets), Armando Velez (Locked On Panthers) and Josh Sperber (Locked On Lightning) are hanging out to chat about suspensions in the NHL, the Eastern Conference wildcard race, and whether the Vancouver Canucks should trade JT Miller...

Kirill Kaprizov's return ignites Minnesota Wild's playoff push! The superstar forward rejoins the lineup after a 12-game absence, bolstering the team's offensive firepower. Marco Rossi and Matt Zuccarello shine during Kaprizov's hiatus, setting the stage for a potent top line reunion. Host Seth Toupal breaks down the Wild's 7-5 record without Kaprizov and analyzes who stepped up in his absence. Ja...

The Minnesota Wild picked up an impressive road win over the Colorado Avalanche by a score of 3-1 Monday. The win improved the Wild to 28-15-4 and 17-5-3 on the road. The Wild started the scoring with a goal from Jake Middleton to take a 1-0 lead in the first period. After the Avs tied the score, the Wild got two third period goals from Yakov Trenin and Brock Faber to take a 3-1 lead in the first...

The Minnesota Wild face a critical juncture in their season, mirroring the 2011-2012 team's collapse. Can they avoid repeating history? Seth Toupal and Alex Micheletti dissect the Wild's current struggles, including injuries to key players like Kirill Kaprizov and Jared Spurgeon. They analyze the potential return of these stars and its impact on the team's playoff chances. The hosts explore the NH...

The Minnesota Wild receive a much-needed boost with Jakub Lauko and Brock Faber returning to the lineup. Kirill Kaprizov's move to long-term injured reserve raises questions, but it's likely a procedural move for cap flexibility. Matt Sells, the Wild's capologist, deserves praise for navigating the team through injury-related roster challenges. Host Seth Toupal breaks down the impact of Faber's re...

The Minnesota Wild lost another game at Xcel Energy center as they fell to Edmonton by a score of 5-3. The Wild led 2-0 in the first period on goals from Matt Boldy and Marco Rossi, but Edmonton managed to tie the score before the  period ended. Ryan Hartman gave the Wild a 3-2 lead to start the 2nd period, but the Oilers scored 3 straight goals to take the lead for good. Filip Gustavsson stopped...

Marc-Andre Fleury's impressive performance at 40 raises questions about his future. The Minnesota Wild goaltender boasts a 9-3-1 record, 2.54 GAA, and .910 save percentage this season. Fleury's resurgence includes stellar outings against tough opponents like Edmonton and Tampa Bay. His improved play in shorthanded situations and even-strength scoring chances has been crucial for the Wild's success...

Welcome to the NHL Squad show! Today, Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Jack Bushman (Locked On Blackhawks), David Morasutti (Locked On Leafs), Eddie Garcia (Locked On Kings) and Josh Sperber (Locked On Lightning) talk about the most disappointing teams in the first half of the season, hopes for the second half of the season, and have some fun discussion which teams currently in a playoff spot mig...

The Minnesota Wild face a tough 4-1 loss against the Vegas Golden Knights, but the game was closer than the score suggests. Injury updates bring hope as Kirill Kaprizov's return looms on the horizon. The Wild's fourth line struggles continue, mirroring last season's challenges. Host Seth Toupal and guest Alex Micheletti break down the game, analyzing Philip Gustavsson's improved performance despit...