Locked On Wild - Your Daily Minnesota Wild Podcast

The Minnesota Wild snuck by the San Jose Sharks with a 3-1 win thanks largely to the efforts of Marc-Andre Fleury. Fleury stopped 36 of 37 shots for his 9th win of the season. The Wild got goals from Marco Rossi, Matt Boldy and Mats Zuccarello and survived some explosive offensive play from the young Sharks. But guess what, no one got hurt! So that is a major plus heading into tomorrow's game agai...

The Minnesota Wild lost their first game to the Colorado Avalanche this season by a score of 6-1. The Wild, missing Kirill Kaprizov, Brock Faber, Jonas Brodin, Jared Spurgeon, Jakub Lauko and with Marc=Andre Fleury sick, fell behind 2-0 early on before Zach Bogosian scored for the second straight game to make it 2-1. After that it was all Avalanche, as the Wild wait for their injury report to less...

The Minnesota Wild survive December's challenges and set their sights on January. Marco Rossi emerges as the Locked On Wild Player of the Month, leading the team with 13 points in 14 games. Can the Wild maintain their momentum without key players like Kirill Kaprizov? Hosts Seth Toupal and Zach Zeman break down the Wild's resilience through injuries and tough matchups. They analyze the team's 7-7...

The Minnesota Wild are defying expectations, sitting second in the Central Division with a 26-11-4 record. Marco Rossi emerges as the biggest surprise, notching 15 goals and 37 points in 41 games. Goaltending duo Filip Gustavsson and Marc-Andre Fleury shine, with Gustavsson posting a .922 save percentage. The Wild's resilience shines through injuries, including Kirill Kaprizov's absence. Seth Toup...

The Minnesota Wild won their 4th straight game beating the St. Louis Blues 6-4 at Xcel Energy Center Tuesday night. With the win the Wild improved to 26-11-4 and 11-8-1 at home. The Wild led early 2-0 on goals by Zach Bogosian (3) and Jon Merrill (1). The Blues got one back and trailed 2-1 after 1. The Blues scored 3 straight goals to start the 2nd in the first 4 minutes to make it 4-2 and to chas...

Marco Rossi nabs NHL's First Star of the Week as the Minnesota Wild continue their hot streak without Kirill Kaprizov. Can the Wild's young center maintain his torrid pace? Jake Middleton returns from injury, bolstering the Wild's defense for a crucial matchup against the St. Louis Blues. Host Seth Toupal breaks down Rossi's impressive stats, comparing him to other 2020 draft picks and discussing...

The Minnesota Wild's road dominance continues as they secure victories against top Eastern Conference teams. Kirill Kaprizov's absence hasn't slowed the team down, with the top line delivering a 10-point performance. Goaltending duo Marc-Andre Fleury and Filip Gustavsson shine, keeping the Wild competitive despite injuries. Host Seth Toupal and guest Alex Micheletti break down the Wild's impressiv...

The Minnesota Wild picked up an impressive sweep of Washington and Carolina by beating the Hurricanes 4-0 on Saturday night to improve to 25-11-4. Filip Gustavsson stopped all 20 shots he faced and the Wild defense dominated the Hurricanes all night long. Mats Zuccarello got the scoring started in the first. Joel Eriksson Ek scored a tap in goal off of a Zuccarello shot in the second, and Matt Bol...

The Minnesota Wild's prospect pipeline is brimming with potential. Charlie Stramel's resurgence at Michigan State and Zeev Buium's World Juniors dominance highlight the organization's depth. This episode of Locked On Wild dissects the stock of key prospects, from David Yiricek's AHL progress to Jesper Wallstedt's goaltending development. Host Seth Toupal breaks down Riley Height's impressive WHL s...

The Minnesota Wild improved to 24-11-4 after beating the Washington Capitals 4-3 in a Shootout Thursday night in Washington. The Wild won their second game in a row and led 2-1 after 1 thanks to goals from Ryan Hartman and Yakov Trenin. The Capitals tied the score and took the lead in the 3rd, but Marco Rossi scored his 15th goal of the season and the game headed to overtime. After nearly winning...

Kirill Kaprizov on injured reserve? Carson Lambos called up to replace Jared Spurgeon? The Minnesota Wild face roster shakeups as they navigate key player absences. Matt Boldy's scoring drought continues - can he step up in Kaprizov's absence? Marco Rossi shines with a two-goal, three-point performance against the Nashville Predators, showcasing his development and face-off prowess. Host Seth Toup...

The Minnesota Wild finished 2024 with a win by beating the Nashville Predators 5-3 at Xcel Energy Center Tuesday night. The Wild improved to 23-11-4 with the win. Marco Rossi scored twice, Jonas Brodin, Declan Chisholm and Mats Zuccarello all scored as well, and Filip Gustavsson stopped 43 of 46 shots in the win. The Wild went 3-6 on the Power Play and stopped the only penalty they faced. Jared Sp...

The Minnesota Wild's 2024 rollercoaster: from playoff misses to record-breaking starts. Kirill Kaprizov dominates stats, Filip Gustavsson scores a rare goalie goal, and John Hynes gambles in overtime. Host Seth Toupal breaks down the Wild's top games, including a 10-7 thriller against the Vancouver Canucks featuring three hat tricks. Explore the Wild's year in numbers, with Kaprizov's 112-point pe...

The Minnesota Wild's frustrating 3-1 loss to the Ottawa Senators exposes offensive struggles and defensive lapses. Matt Boldy's cold streak continues, with only two goals in his last 18 games. Kirill Kaprizov's absence due to an undisclosed injury raises concerns about the team's scoring depth. Host Seth Toupal and analyst Alex Micheletti break down the Wild's performance, highlighting turnovers,...

The Minnesota Wild picked up an overtime win against the Dallas Stars in their first game since the Christmas Break. The Wild trailed 2-0 heading into the 3rd period before rallying  to tie on the strength of goals from Jonas Brodin and Marcus Foligno. Brock Faber won the game in OT with a wraparound goal which was assisted by Matt Boldy and Marco Rossi. Filip Gustavsson stopped 27 of 29 shots and...

Kirill Kaprizov out for Minnesota Wild's crucial matchup against Dallas Stars. Injury woes continue as the Wild face a tough Central Division opponent without their offensive superstar. Matt Boldy, Marco Rossi, and Mats Zuccarello step up to lead the top line in Kaprizov's absence. Host Seth Toupal breaks down the Wild's lineup adjustments and the challenges they face against a formidable Stars te...

Could the Minnesota Wild land Tage Thompson in a blockbuster trade? This episode explores the potential of acquiring the Buffalo Sabres' star forward to boost secondary scoring and special teams. Thompson's impressive goal-scoring prowess, with 131 goals in the last four seasons, could provide the Wild with a much-needed offensive spark. Host Seth Toupal breaks down Thompson's stats, including his...

The Minnesota Wild's naughty and nice list reveals a season of highs and lows. Kirill Kaprizov shines with video game numbers, on pace for 53 goals and 118 points. Goaltender Filip Gustavsson impresses, ranking 4th in goals against average and 3rd in save percentage. However, special teams woes plague the Wild, with a 28th-ranked power play and 31st-ranked penalty kill since November 15th.  Host S...

The Minnesota Wild's offensive struggles continue as they face a four-game losing streak. Kirill Kaprizov remains the team's offensive lifeline, scoring 14 straight goals with him on the ice. The absence of Joel Eriksson Ek has significantly impacted the Wild's scoring ability. Host Seth Toupal breaks down the team's shot location data, revealing a concerning trend of low-danger attempts from the...

The Minnesota Wild lost their 4th straight game as they fell 5-0 to Winnipeg on the road Saturday. The Wild couldn't muster any offense against Connor Hellebuyck, the Penalty Kill surrendered two more goals, and the Wild look like a team with no answers for their struggles. 5 different Jets players scored goals for Winnipeg. Jesper Wallstedt stopped 19 of 24 shots for the Wild. The Wild play Chica...

Matt Boldy's recent slump raises questions about the Minnesota Wild's offensive struggles. Is Boldy's dip in production linked to Joel Eriksson Ek's absence? The Wild's penalty kill woes continue, hitting a concerning 53.3% in recent games. Host Seth Toupal breaks down Boldy's stats, revealing a stark contrast in his performance with and without Eriksson Ek. The analysis dives into line combinatio...

In this special PWHL edition of Locked On Wild, host Seth Toupal and guest Alexis Pearson discuss the Minnesota Frost's recent success and injury concerns. They explore the team's depth scoring, goaltending strategy, and the impact of Sophie Jaques' potential injury. The podcast also covers the exciting news of FanDuel Sports Network broadcasting Frost games and the upcoming PWHL Takeover Tour. Pe...

The Minnesota Wild gear up for potential trade deadline moves, eyeing top-six scoring upgrades. With a solid defense and goaltending, the Wild seek that final piece to elevate their Stanley Cup contention. Bill Guerin's first-ever first-round pick trade signals a shift in strategy, opening doors for significant acquisitions. Seth Toupal, host of Locked On Wild, breaks down the Wild's draft capital...

The Minnesota Wild are linked to New York Rangers forward Kaapo Kakko in trade discussions. Is Kakko the missing piece for the Wild's second line? Liam Ogren continues to impress in Iowa, notching 10 goals in 14 games. Could he be the solution to Minnesota's scoring woes? Host Seth Toupal breaks down the Kakko rumors, analyzing his fit and potential impact on the Wild roster. He also explores Ogre...

The Minnesota Wild have struggled against Western Conference playoff teams, going 2-6-1 this season. Injuries continue to plague the team, with Filip Gustavsson's mysterious absence raising concerns. Kirill Kaprizov's stellar performance sparks debate about his place among Minnesota's all-time great athletes. Host Seth Toupal and Alex Micheletti dissect the Wild's recent loss to the Vegas Golden K...