Locked On Wild - Your Daily Minnesota Wild Podcast

Witness the thrilling showdown between the Minnesota Wild and the Dallas Stars as they prepare for a star-studded clash in the NHL. With Kirill Kaprizov dominating the league and Matt Boldy off to a fantastic start, the Wild are on fire. Meanwhile, the Stars are navigating a rocky start, with Jason Robertson and Miro Heiskanen seeking to regain their form. Join Seth Toupal and Joey Erickson as the...

Matt Boldy steps up as a crucial sidekick to Kirill Kaprizov, propelling the Minnesota Wild to victory in the NHL. Discover how these top players are shaping the Wild's season with their impressive performances and strategic plays. With the Wild's defense standing strong, the team continues to dominate the ice, even when faced with adversity. Join the discussion as we explore the emergence of Matt...

Discover how the Minnesota Wild are shaking up the NHL with standout performances from Mats Zuccarello, Freddie Gaudreau, Marcus Foligno, and Jake Middleton. Witness how these players have transformed their game, leaving last season's stats behind and setting new benchmarks in the league. With the Wild currently holding a strong position in the Central Division, this episode is packed with insight...

Uncover the strategic brilliance behind the Minnesota Wild's recent performance in the NHL. Discover how John Hynes' innovative line combinations, featuring stars like Kirill Kaprizov and Matt Boldy, are reshaping the Wild's gameplay. Explore the defensive prowess of Jonas Brodin and Jared Spurgeon, who are setting new standards in the league with their exceptional stats. Join the discussion as we...

Minnesota Wild fans, get ready for an in-depth look at the team's recent performance against the Chicago Blackhawks and the upcoming challenges they face. Discover how Matt Boldy and the Wild's second line are making strides this season, and why their ability to secure points is a promising sign for the future. With the Dallas Stars and Montreal Canadiens on the horizon, can the Wild maintain thei...

Uncover the truth behind Matt Boldy's scoring prowess as the Minnesota Wild face off against the Anaheim Ducks. Is Boldy truly a "garbage time" goal scorer, or is he a rising star in the NHL? With the Wild's recent victory over the San Jose Sharks, this episode dives into Boldy's impressive stats, his place among top NHL scorers, and the team's strategy against Western Conference contenders. Join...

Minnesota Wild fans, don't underestimate the San Jose Sharks! Discover how the Wild can bounce back from their recent 5-1 loss to the Los Angeles Kings. With Kirill Kaprizov and Matt Boldy leading the charge, can the Wild regain their form in the NHL? Join the discussion as we explore potential line changes, including who might step up alongside Matt Boldy and Joel Eriksson Ek. Will the Wild's pow...

Special teams woes continue to plague the Minnesota Wild as they suffer a crushing 5-1 defeat against the Los Angeles Kings. Can the Wild's power play and penalty kill recover before their West Coast swing? Discover how Michael Milne's potential NHL debut could shake up the lineup and what John Hynes has to say about the team's recent struggles. Join the Locked On Wild podcast as we dissect the Mi...

Discover how the Minnesota Wild are mastering the art of in-game adjustments and overcoming adversity in the NHL. With standout performances from Kirill Kaprizov and a strategic mindset from coach John Hynes, the Wild are off to an impressive 8-1-2 start. Can they maintain their momentum after beating top teams like the Toronto Maple Leafs and Tampa Bay Lightning? Join the discussion as we explore...

What do the Minnesota Wild need to do to put the special back in special teams? Discover how the Wild's defense and goaltending are shaping their season, and why their penalty kill and power play are under scrutiny. With standout performances from players like Philip Gustafson and Jared Spurgeon, the Wild are making waves in the NHL. Can they maintain their momentum against top teams like the Toro...

The Minnesota Wild picked up another win to start the 2024-25 season as they beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 2-1 in Overtime. Matt Boldy scored in Overtime to seal the win, on a feed from Jared Spurgeon after he beat Max Domi to a loose puck in the defensive zone. Ryan Hartman scored to get things started in the first period. The Maple Leafs got the equalizer with time winding down in the first and t...

The Minnesota Wild continued their winning ways by completing a season sweep of the Tampa Bay Lightning with a 5-3 win at Xcel Energy Center Friday night. The Wild improved to 7-1-2 and rallied from a 1-0 deficit in the second period thanks to the 5th goal of the season from Joel Eriksson Ek. The Wild took a 2-1 lead on a goal from Brock Faber, his 2nd of the season. After the Lightning tied the s...

Can the Minnesota Wild maintain their momentum after a stellar October? With a challenging November schedule ahead, the Wild are set to face off against top NHL teams like the Tampa Bay Lightning and Toronto Maple Leafs. Kirill Kaprizov and Filip Gustavsson have been pivotal in the Wild's success, but will they continue to shine? Join the discussion as the hosts break down the Wild's impressive st...

Uncover the tricks and treats of the Minnesota Wild's first month in the NHL season! From Marcus Johansson's surprising start to the standout performances of Kirill Kaprizov and Matt Boldy, this episode dives into the highs and lows of the Wild's journey. With the team navigating challenges in penalty kills and celebrating disciplined play, there's plenty to discuss. Host Seth Toupal breaks down t...

Discover how the Minnesota Wild secured a thrilling 5-3 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins, with standout performances from Kirill Kaprizov and Freddy Gaudreau. Explore the strategic insights from John Hynes' post-game analysis, highlighting the Wild's impressive road trip record in the NHL. Join host Seth Toupal as he breaks down the Wild's recent success, focusing on the chemistry between Gaud...

The Minnesota Wild finished their 7 game road trip with a 5-1-1 record as they beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 5-3 in Marc-Andre Fleury's final start in Pittsburgh. The Wild fell behind early after 2 goals in the first period from the Penguins, but battled back to tie the score on goals from Jakub Lauko and Freddy Gaudreau to make it 2-2 after 1 period. The Wild scored twice in the second to extend t...

Marc-Andre Fleury takes center stage as the Minnesota Wild face off against the Pittsburgh Penguins in a thrilling NHL showdown. Discover how the Penguins' sluggish start, with stars like Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin, impacts their season trajectory. Can the Wild, led by Kirill Kaprizov and Matt Boldy, maintain their strong start and capitalize on the Penguins' defensive struggles? Join Seth To...

Can the Minnesota Wild overcome their first real adversity of the season? Discover how the Wild, led by stars like Kirill Kaprizov and Marco Rossi, plan to bounce back after a tough loss to the Philadelphia Flyers. With the NHL season heating up, the Wild face challenges both on the ice and in their AHL affiliate, the Iowa Wild, who are still searching for their first win. Join Seth Toupal and Ale...

The Minnesota Wild suffered their first regulation loss of the season as they fell 7-5 to the Philadelphia Flyers. The Flyers scored twice in the first 4 minutes to take a 2-0 lead. The Wild battled back to tie the score at 2-2 on goals from Brock Faber and Marcus Foligno. The Flyers regained the lead on a goal from Matvei Michkov before Joel Eriksson Ek scores with time winding down to tie the sc...

Blocked shots, staying even-keeled, and a big win against the Tampa Bay Lightning—discover how the Minnesota Wild are mastering the art of defense in the NHL. With standout performances from players like Marc-Andre Fleury and Filip Gustavsson, the Wild are proving their mettle on the ice. Can they maintain this momentum and continue their winning streak? Join Seth Toupal as he breaks down John Hyn...

The Minnesota Wild improved to 5-0-2 after beating the Tampa Bay Lightning 4-2 on Thursday night on the road. The Wild had their streak of not trailing to start the season end, but grabbed an early 1-0 lead in the game thanks to a goal from Kirill Kaprizov. The Lightning scored the next two goals to take a 2-1 lead in the late stages of the second period, but Joel Eriksson Ek scored the tying goal...

Uncover the Minnesota Wild's strategic prowess as we break down the impressive performance of their top line combinations in the NHL. With Kirill Kaprizov, Marco Rossi, and Mats Zuccarello leading the charge, the Wild are making waves in the league. How do these lines stack up against the Tampa Bay Lightning's formidable offense, featuring stars like Jake Guentzel and Nikita Kucherov? Join us as w...

Discover how the Minnesota Wild's disciplined play led to a commanding 5-1 victory over the Florida Panthers. Explore the chemistry between Kirill Kaprizov, Mats Zuccarello, and Marco Rossi, and how their strategic plays are reshaping the Wild's offensive dynamics in the NHL. Can the Wild maintain their low penalty minutes and continue their winning streak? Join Seth Toupal, a credentialed media m...

The Minnesota Wild picked up an impressive 5-1 win over the Florida Panthers to continue their seven game road trip. The Wild are now 3-0-1 on the trip and extend their streak to start the season having not trailed yet. The Wild got the action going in the first period on a goal by Marco Rossi (his third) off a pass from Kirill Kaprizov to make it 1-0. Marcus Johansson scored 20 seconds later to m...

Filip Gustavsson shines as the Minnesota Wild secure a 3-1 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets. Discover how Gustavsson's stellar saves and Kirill Kaprizov's scoring prowess are propelling the Wild's strong start in the NHL. Can the Wild maintain their momentum against top-tier teams like the Florida Panthers and Tampa Bay Lightning? Join Seth Toupal as he breaks down the Wild's winning strateg...