Seattle Kraken vs. Minnesota Wild - December 09, 2025

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FinalDec 8

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Teams

Wild logo, Wild 16-9-5, 1ST 0, 2ND 1, 3RD 3, TOT 4

Kraken logo, Kraken 11-10-6, 1ST 0, 2ND 1, 3RD 0, TOT 1

Highlights

Tarasenko Scores

Kaprizov Scores

Johansson Scores

Eberle Scores

Dunn Lays a Hit

12/08/2025

Wild-Kraken Highlights

12/08/2025

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8:12Goal scored by Marcus Johansson assisted by Joel Eriksson Ek

6:48PP - Goal scored by Jordan Eberle assisted by Chandler Stephenson and Jared McCann

1:18Goal scored by Joel Eriksson Ek assisted by Matt Boldy and Jake Middleton

What's Buzzing

Minnesota Wild

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the only place to be tonight #mnwild | @cubfoods

Seattle Kraken

Healthy. Well-rested. Game-ready. From Palm Desert to Seattle, @Firebirds head athletic trainer Brett Bernstein & his staff are keeping the next generation of #SeaKraken ready for the call ⬇️ https://t.co/736M5veD59

Mike Morreale

The Minnesota Wild announced the hiring of Dan MacKinnon as Assistant Director of Amateur Scouting today. MacKinnon spent past 10 seasons w/ the #NJDevils as Sr VP of Hockey Operations & Assistant General Manager (2019-26) and the Senior Director of Player Personnel (2016-19).

Seattle Kraken

Keeping all of Spokane in our hearts 💙🩵

Minnesota Wild

some Matt Boldy warmup nostalgia for your monday feed

soundofhockey.com•20m

Ep. 393 - BFOP Alison Lukan on Why Kraken Fans Can Be Optimistic - Sound Of HockeySound Of Hockey is your new home for Seattle hockey news, coverage, and analysis. NHL | Seattle Kraken | WHL | Seattle Hockey Community

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Bill Guerin suggests the Wild’s next big trade could come outside of the boxThe Minnesota Wild have been looking for a top-line center throughout the offseason, but a blockbuster trade hasn’t materialized as training camp is just over a

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What Happens In A Quinn Hughes Worst-Case Scenario?It's August, the Minnesota Wild haven't signed Quinn Hughes, and despite his best efforts, Bill Guerin stoked the hot stove with appearances on Tuesday. The Wild GM tried to keep speculation on lockdown in an interview with Judd's Hockey Show, saying, "I'm not gonna get too far into [the negotiat...

Maye x Hockey Stars Link Up 🤩

NHL

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@NHL

What a squad! 🤩 @megan_keller4, KK Harvey, Ann Michael Maye, @DrakeMaye2, Macklin Celebrini, Will Smith, Berkly Catton and Matty Beniers all linked up in Boston! (📸: IG/dml713)

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The Wild may have saved Kirill Kaprizov from himself this offseasonThe Minnesota Wild have made some big changes this offseason but one of the biggest was the departure of Mats Zuccarello. A player that had put up 118 goals and

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Putting Danila Yurov On the Top Line Answers Minnesota's Biggest QuestionsKirill Kaprizov is the only lock for the team's top unit after long-time partner Mats Zuccarello signed with the Los Angeles Kings in free agency. Minnesota has also failed to secure a top-line center to play with Kaprizov, which may create an opportunity for Danila Yurov. Zuccarello's departure ...

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The Wild Aren't Setting Up Michael McCarron For SuccessThe Minnesota Wild have proven twice over that they're Michael McCarron believers. Bill Guerin swung big for the 6-foot-6 center at the trade deadline, flipping a second-rounder for him. Then, they doubled down on him with a six-year contract after he delivered a strong playoff performance. That ...

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This Wild prospect can allow them to be creative with their center conundrumThe Minnesota Wild entered the 2026 offseason knowing that upgrading at center had to be at the top of their to-do list. The Wild eliminated the Dallas Stars in

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The Wild Are Signaling A More Role-Driven Approach To OffenseThe Minnesota Wild enter the 2026-27 season facing a familiar but urgent challenge: replacing a significant portion of their offensive production after key free-agent departures. For a team that already operated with thin scoring margins, losing proven contributors puts added pressure on new acqu...

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The Wild Should Let Arthur Kaliyev Compete For the Mats Zuccarello RoleNHL teams have always been down on Arthur Kaliyev, relative to his talent. Despite being as talented as many members of his cohort in USA Development Program's 2019 Draft crop -- the one that included Jack Hughes, Matt Boldy, Cole Caufield, and Trevor Zegras -- 27 teams passed on him before the L...

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The Wild Should Gamble On Michael BuntingThe Minnesota Wild have spent the last few seasons searching for consistent secondary scoring to support their top-end talent. While players like Kirill Kaprizov and Matt Boldy drive the offense, the lack of reliable production from the middle six has often left the Wild too easy to contain in pl...

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Nick Foligno Isn't Here For A Farewell TourAfter the Colorado Avalanche eliminated the Minnesota Wild in the second round, Nick Foligno waited for a feeling that would tell him he was finished. "I kept waiting for the moment of like, 'I'm done. This is it,'" he told The Athletic this week. "And it never really came. ...

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Early Scouting Report on Landon DuPontDefenseman is expected to be selected No. 1 overall at the 2027 NHL Draft 📲

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Should the Wild Prioritize Extending Jesper Wallstedt?As a restricted free agent next summer, Jesper Wallstedt has been eligible for an extension since July 1. The Minnesota Wild, understandably, have had other matters to attend to. Signing Quinn Hughes to an extension is a much more pressing and immediate matter, and their pursuit of a top center l...

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Trades That Should Have HappenedHellebuyck leads our list of deals that needed to be done this summer 📲

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Winners/Losers of Celebrini's Extension 📊What Mack's NHL-leading $94M contract means for the future of the league 📲

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Buy or Sell Latest NHL Rumors😱 McDavid to the Flyers? 🤔 Are the Habs in on Marchenko? 📲 Tap in as we break down latest

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How the Minnesota Wild embrace the State of Hockey nicknameWhat started as a marketing campaign has spread to represent all of the state of Minnesota

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Should the Kraken offer sheet Adam Fantilli? - Sound Of HockeyShould the Seattle Kraken consider an offer sheet for Columbus Blue Jackets forward Adam Fantilli?

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Danila Yurov's Big Shot Remains Intact For NowWith the calendar about to flip into August, it's mildly surprising that Danila Yurov remains a member of the Minnesota Wild. The reasons have little to do with Yurov, of course. He had his ups and downs in his rookie season, but it was a solid campaign.

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The Wild are entering the perfect opportunity for a rebrandThroughout the past 25 years, the Minnesota Wild have been trying to escape the shadow of their predecessor, the Minnesota North Stars. Founded four years after

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Latest NHL Buzz 🐝Updates and predictions of Tarasenko, Laine and more 📲

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Carson Lambos Is Running Out Of Time To Break In With the WildEarlier this month, Carson Lambos signed a one-year two-way contract extension with the Minnesota Wild. Lambos is one of Minnesota's most interesting first-round picks. The Wild took him in the first round of the 2021 draft, but he has yet to break into the NHL and mostly has played in Iowa.

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Quinn Hughes negotiations are finally starting to heat up for the WildNearly a month into the offseason, the Minnesota Wild have several things remaining on their off-season to-do list. While finding a new top-line center is impor

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Have the Seattle Kraken actually improved this offseason? - Sound Of HockeyThe Seattle Kraken roster won't look as dramatically different this season as we may have expected coming into this summer.

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Where Is Maxim Shabanov's Best Fit In the Wild Lineup?Maxim Shabanov looks like the kind of low-cost, high-skill wing the Minnesota Wild have been trying to make for a while. He projects as a top-nine winger with a real chance to push for top-six minutes if he has chemistry with the Wild's best players. His clearest fit is on the wing in Minnesota's...

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Latest NHL FA Rumors and PredictionsMost recent status of Adam Fantilli, Cutter Gauthier and more ➡️

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Wild could finally see their controversial first-round pick pay offThe Minnesota Wild have been aggressive this offseason and that means no prospect is safe. Less than a year after trading Marco Rossi, Liam Ohgren and Zeev Buiu

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Wild players think Quinn Hughes will figure out extension with MinnesotaThe Minnesota Wild have huge goals for this upcoming season after falling short of winning a Stanley Cup. Even with the departures on the roster, the Wild are s

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Nick Foligno sends warning to Quinn Hughes about potential family reunion in NHThe Minnesota Wild had two main priorities this offseason, and that was to acquire a new No. 1 center and retain star defenseman Quinn Hughes on a contract exte

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The Wild Still Haven't Found Thier Mats Zuccarello ReplacementMats Zuccarello was one of the Minnesota Wild's most important offensive connectors, and losing him would ripple through both 5-on-5 play and the power play. He drove puck possession, helped Kirill Kaprizov get to dangerous areas, and is a major part of Minnesota's top power-play unit. However, h...

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New NHL Free Agents 👀Predictions for top players available amid rumors 📲

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Wild watch 'animosity' grow between Stars and Jason Robertson after negotiationsThe Minnesota Wild fanbase was probably hoping that the Dallas Stars and star winger Jason Robertson would go to arbitration this Saturday. Robertson was a rest

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Olli Maatta Brings Dependability To the Wild DefenseOlli Maatta gives the Minnesota Wild something they've long valued on the blue line: calm, experienced, dependable defense. The veteran left-shot blueliner arrived in the Jacob Middleton trade with a reputation as a steady two-way presence. He won't make too much noise offensively but can quietly...

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Quinn Hughes adds another strange dynamic to an old Wild rivalryThe Minnesota Wild have their share of adversaries, creating Central Division rivals like the Chicago Blackhawks, Colorado Avalanche and Dallas Stars through ba

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Friday Film Room - Finn Kearns, Carson Rehkopf - Sound Of HockeyFilm, data, analysis checking in on the development of Seattle Kraken prospects Finn Kearns and Carson Rehkopf.

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Where Does Blake Coleman Fit Into the Wild Lineup?Blake Coleman gives the Minnesota Wild a cleaner, heavier layer of offense without needing the puck to live on his stick. He's the kind of middle-six forward who can chip in 20 goals, work the dirty areas, and make life easier for Minnesota's top scorers by driving play in tough minutes.

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Wild may have to deal with Jason Robertson for a long timeWhether they are able to land a No. 1 center this offseason, the expectation is that the Minnesota Wild are still going to be one of the favorites to make the S

Bleacher Report•1w

Bold Predictions for Every Team 🌶️Way-too-early hot takes for the 2026-27 season 📲

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Wild’s best contract gives them a massive advantage in their championship windowThe Minnesota Wild have entered their championship window and with that comes the need for some financial gymnastics. The Wild will be adding Kirill Kaprizov’s

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Jonathan Drouin Could Be the Low-Risk Placeholder the Wild NeedThe Minnesota Wild are on track to start the season with a projected top line featuring Danila Yurov and Max Shabanov alongside Kirill Kaprizov. For Yurov and Shabanov's skills, however, there's a major problem. Where are the minutes eaters? Yurov and Shabanov were both rookies last season, which...

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Patrick Kane returning to Blackhawks is a potential nightmare scnerio for WildThe Minnesota Wild are waiting around for some kind of resolution in the Dylan Larkin trade saga. Things only got more difficult once Steve Yzerman stepped down

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Patrick Kane Would Make Life Easier For the Wild's Best ScorersThe Minnesota Wild should actively pursue Patrick Kane because he still gives them something they lack among their top-6 forwards: high-end offensive creativity. Even at 37, Kane remains a dangerous playmaker who can tilt the ice, unlock defenses, and make life easier for the Wild's best scorers....

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Early Landing Spots for 2027 No. 1 Pick 📍Best fits for projected top prospect Landon DuPont 📲

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Vladimir Tarasenko's Unresolved Market Creates An Opportunity For the WildThe Minnesota Wild should strongly consider re-signing Vladimir Tarasenko, especially given he hasn't signed a long-term contract. His unresolved market could work in Minnesota's favor, giving them a chance to land a proven scorer at a lower price than expected. The Wild have often needed more fi...

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Wild’s biggest rival just got even tougher to deal with next seasonThe Minnesota Wild know how competitive the Central Division can be and it doesn’t seem to be slowing down entering the 2026-27 season. The Dallas Stars are exp

soundofhockey.com•2w

Coachella Valley Firebirds roster: What veteran rule? - Sound Of HockeyThe Coachella Valley Firebirds roster update examines new prospects, lineup competition and how the revised AHL veteran rule affects the 2026-27 team.

Bleacher Report•2w

Way-Too-Early Stanley Cup Rankings 🏆Way-too-early Stanley Cup rankings for the 2026-27 season 📲

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Wild’s roster overhaul brings something that was long overdueWhen the Minnesota Wild were eliminated from the Stanley Cup Playoffs last year, it was clear that changes needed to be made to help the team win a championship

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Did the Wild Improve Enough This Summer?The Minnesota Wild made additions and subtractions to their roster this offseason, but appear to be stuck in neutral. In The Athletic's recent piece ranking which teams have improved or declined the most according to net rating, Minnesota ranked 18th in the league with a net rating of -3. That sl...

Mendoza's Hughes Bros. Post 🤝

BarDown

@BarDown

Mendoza brothers 🤝 Hughes brothers (via IG/maxmendozashow)

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Wild’s Mats Zuccarello decision could come back to haunt themThe NHL offseason is at a bit of a standstill when it comes to big moves. For the Minnesota Wild, they have yet to make that splash that fans across the league

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Why Wild Need a Big TradeFive NHL teams that must make a move after free agency 📲

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The Wild’s rivalry with the Stars is about to hit another levelFor 25 years, it’s been hard to pinpoint the Minnesota Wild’s biggest rival. Their early days in the Northwest Division paired them with the Vancouver Canucks,

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The Wild's two-goalie solution may have an expiration dateThe Minnesota Wild have big expectations entering next season and barring a last-minute trade, they’ll roll into it with their two-goalie solution. Filip Gustav

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How Long Will the Wild's Roster Purgatory Last?Make no mistake, the Minnesota Wild are in roster purgatory. Not only is the State of Hockey waiting for resolution on the Quinn Hughes situation, but the top of their lineup feels mighty incomplete. Looking at their projected lineup on Daily Faceoff sort of says it all. There's nothing wrong wit...

soundofhockey.com•2w

Seattle Kraken 202627 NHL-schedule [Sound Of Hockey]The 2026-27 Seattle Kraken schedule was released so decided to dig into the miles traveled and preliminary road trip candidates.

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Re-Ranking NHL Expansion Cities 📊Which new markets will enter the league in the next five years? 📲

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Progress Report on 2025 NHL Draftees 📋Recapping every first-round pick from the '25 Draft 📲

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Minnesota Wild management is making the Quinn Hughes situation very tense for fansNow that he can re-sign in Minnesota, the clock is ticking on a Hughes deal.

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Wild’s schedule reveals two hurdles that could shape their seasonMinnesota Wild fans can finally plan their winter getaways as the team released its 2026-27 schedule on Thursday. But while some may be looking at destinations

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Danila Yurov Is Demanding A Larger Role With His Aggressive PlayDanila Yurov looks like the kind of young forward who can force his way into a bigger role, and the case for him getting first- or second-line duty is stronger than it might have seemed a few months ago. The key is that he is not just surviving in the NHL; he’s producing and showing he can handle...

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Quinn Hughes will not have to wait long for an emotional return to VancouverThe Minnesota Wild pulled off one of the biggest trades of the season when they acquired Quinn Hughes last December. But while Hughes gave the Wild some star po

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Friday Film Room – Chase Reid, Eduard Sale - Sound Of HockeyFilm, data, analysis checking in on the development of Seattle Kraken prospects Chase Reid and Eduard Sale.

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Charlie Stramel Is Looking Like the Center the Wild Have Been Waiting ForThe Minnesota Wild have spent years searching for the kind of center who can grow into a long-term answer down the middle. Charlie Stramel may already be that player. The 21st overall pick in the 2023 NHL Draft has gone from intriguing first-round project to one of the organization’s most promisi...

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Mason Shaw's Return To the Wild Is A Full-Circle MomentOn April 1, 2023, Mason Shaw suffered the fourth ACL tear of his career 59 games into what had become his first full NHL season. It was another devastating setback for a player whose path to the NHL had already been sidetracked by the same injury. "I felt like I took a bullet to the knee," Shaw s...

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B/R Trade Target Rankings Big Board 🎯Larkin and Hellebuyck feature on our list of players who could be on the move 📲

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Hughes Bros Hit Red Carpet 🤩Jack and Quinn attend Time100 Sports Gala

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The 84-game season puts more pressure on Wild's biggest weaknessThe Minnesota WIld’s 2026-27 schedule was revealed on Thursday and there is a lot for fans to digest. The schedule, which begins with 20 of its first 30 games o

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2026 - 2027 Seattle Kraken schedule dropThe Seattle Kraken schedule for the 2026 – 2027 season dropped today: A few notables…

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Parise and Suter weren't the disaster they seemed for the Minnesota WildHindsight is 20/20, but what if the Minnesota Wild hadn't signed Parise and Suter in 2012?

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The Wild's Patience With Dylan Larkin May Pay Off No Matter WhatFor the second straight summer, the Minnesota Wild’s offseason has felt like a disappointment. While the Wild promised "Christmas morning" a year ago, fans had to wait to open their gifts as Kirill Kaprizov signed a massive extension, and they traded for Quinn Hughes a few weeks before Christmas....

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Blackhawks took a shot at Nick Foligno in schedule release videoThe NHL released its 2026-27 schedule on Thursday and that meant it was like the Stanley Cup Finals for social media teams across the league. The Minnesota Wild

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Wild can't overlook opening night matchup vs. the PredatorsThe Minnesota Wild will learn the bulk of their 2026-27 schedule on Thursday, but they already know they’ll open the campaign on Oct. 1 with a trip to visit the

Bleacher Report•2w

NHL Schedule Release Vids 😂Teams take page from NFL playbook to announce games for 2026-27 season 🎥

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NHL Regular Season Schedule 📅Opening night slated for Sept. 29. Tap for full details on 2026-27 campaign📲

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Bill Guerin's plan to play the waiting game for Dylan Larkin may have backfiredThe Minnesota Wild have spent this offseason trying to land a No. 1 center to help increase their odds of winning the Stanley Cup. The one player they were link

Bleacher Report•2w

NHL 27 Trailer Drops 🎞️Footage and release date for latest edition of game 🎥

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The Wild's Asset Pool Is Better Than You ThinkThere is no doubt that if Dylan Larkin had asked out of the Detroit Red Wings organization last summer, the Minnesota Wild would have had the ability to pull off a deal for the 30-goal-scoring center. Marco Rossi would have fit the bill as a young, proven center who could fill the Larkin void. A ...

Bleacher Report•2w

Grading Every Team's Offseason So FarOur marks for all 32 clubs' signings and trades this summer 📲

Bleacher Report•2w

Re-Ranking 10 Best NHL 3rd JerseysIslanders fan competition sparks our review of the best 3rd jerseys 📲

Hughes Bros. at ESPYs 👔

New York Post Sports

@nypostsports

Jack Hughes & Quinn Hughes are ready for the ESPYs! 🏒

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Steve Yzerman Was An Emperor With No ClothesSteve Yzerman has spent the last months failing Red Wings fans. The rebuild in Detroit hasn’t been an abject failure, but it’s certainly not on track to deliver a championship-caliber roster -- even if the Red Wings force Dylan Larkin’s hand by denying his trade request. The Athletic’s analytical...

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What's Next for Red Wings? 🤔Questions for Detroit to answer after Steve Yzerman's removal as GM 📲

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Wild's hope of trading for Dylan Larkin just took a shocking (but useful) twistThe Minnesota Wild and Detroit Red Wings have been in a stalemate over a potential trade for Dylan Larkin. But their pursuit received a shocking turn of events

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Every NHL Home Opener 🏒League unveils matchups for all 32 teams Tap to see list 📲

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BS Meter on Latest Rumors 🌡️What's the latest on Larkin, Robertson and Fantilli? 📲

Bleacher Report•3w

Winners and Losers of the Offseason So Far 📊😬 Red Wings are in turmoil 💰 Carlsson is getting the bag 📲 More analysis on the big moves here

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The Wild may have a hard time trading for anyoneMinnesota Wild general manager Bill Guerin loves to make a deal. The NHL’s reigning Jim Gregory General Manager of the Year won the award in part due to his blo

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Wild have another reason why they could wind up with Dylan LarkinAs the summer drags on, the Minnesota Wild and Detroit Red Wings are still at a stalemate in trade talks for Dylan Larkin. The star center requested a trade dur

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The Wild's Offseason Signals a Vote of Confidence in Bobby BrinkThe Minnesota Wild’s offseason has been defined by moves that haven’t been made yet — re-signing Quinn Hughes and trading for a center. Still, that doesn’t mean the team hasn’t undergone an overhaul. Blake Coleman and Max Shabanov will join the lineup as Mats Zuccarello, Marcus Johansson and othe...

Bleacher Report•3w

RFAs Who Could Get Offer Sheets in 2027 📋Five players that opposing teams should target next offseason

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Ranking Best Fits For Dylan Larkin 📊Is Vegas, Dallas, Florida, or Minnesota the best destination for the Detroit captain? 📲

gonepuckwild.com•3w

The Wild accelerated its championship timeline by trading for Quinn HughesThe Minnesota Wild had one of their most memorable seasons in franchise history last winter and a big reason was their decision to trade for Quinn Hughes. Hughe

gonepuckwild.com•3w

Wild in a great position to give Quinn Hughes the bag this offseasonThe Minnesota Wild have several irons in the fire at this point of the offseason, but one of the biggest tasks for Bill Guerin is re-signing Quinn Hughes. The W

Bleacher Report•3w

Trade Fits for Kraken CenterLanding spots for Shane Wright with time in Seattle likely over 📲

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Wild trading for Blake Coleman just got unexpectedly even betterThe Minnesota Wild have not yet landed their No. 1 center this offseason, but that's not through effort. They swung and missed on Brady Tkachuk and have yet to

Bleacher Report•3w

Kaprizov Has One of the Worst Contracts 😬Winger makes our top-10 list of terrible deals 📲

hockeywilderness.com•3w

What Is the Sticking Point With the Quinn Hughes Extension?The Minnesota Wild’s most critical task this summer isn’t chasing free agents or tinkering with the depth chart. It’s locking up star defenseman Quinn Hughes to a long-term contract extension. After trading significant assets to acquire him midseason, the franchise has too much invested, competit...

Bleacher Report•3w

Latest NHL Free Agency Buzz 🐝Updated rumors and landing spot predictions for big names 📲

gonepuckwild.com•3w

Which recent departure will the Minnesota Wild miss most next season?Recently, the Minnesota Wild have moved on from several key pieces from last year’s core. Mats Zuccarello signed with the L.A. Kings, Jake Middleton was traded

gonepuckwild.com•3w

Jack Hughes may be the Wild’s best pivot over Dylan LarkinThe Minnesota Wild have been trying to trade for Dylan Larkin, but the Detroit Red Wings aren’t cooperating. With general manager Steve Yzerman’s history and hi

hockeywilderness.com•3w

Re-Signing Daemon Hunt Provides Crucial Blue Line DepthThe Minnesota Wild’s re-signing of defenseman Daemon Hunt to a one-year, $900,000 contract is a low-cost, high-upside move that bolsters their blue line depth and provides crucial insurance for a crowded defensive corps. After recording six assists and 43 blocked shots in 32 NHL games last season...

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Bill Guerin went from GM of the Year to 'loser' after one offseason moveThe Minnesota Wild didn't have the most attention-grabbing offseason, especially considering they are trying to land a top line center. Thus far, the most subst

hockeywilderness.com•3w

The NHL Is Catching Up To Kirill Kaprizov's SalaryWhen Kirill Kaprizov signed his eight-year, $136 million mega-contract last September, the sticker shock hit everyone. The total value of the contract was the largest in NHL history, breaking the record set by Alex Ovechkin's 13-year deal in 2008. Kaprizov's $17 million AAV was the largest in the...

Bleacher Report•3w

Early Predictions for 2027 Trade Deadline 📲Binnington and DeBrincat lead the way of players who could be moved 📲

Bleacher Report•3w

Early 2027 NHL Draft Rankings 📊Defenseman heading to Michigan leads the way in our top 10 list 📲

gonepuckwild.com•3w

Wild fans should get used to Matt Boldy in trade rumorsThe Minnesota Wild are going big-game hunting to improve their roster this offseason and that means it’s not going to be cheap. While they would love to acquire

gonepuckwild.com•3w

Stars are learning just how difficult it is to trade for Dylan LarkinThe Minnesota Wild want Detroit Red Wings center Dylan Larkin. That's well known. The issue is that they are having a tough time convincing Red Wings general ma

Bleacher Report•3w

Pros and Cons of Ducks Matching Carlsson Contract🦆 Ducks keep No. 1 center in Anaheim 😬 Philly has to find a Plan B 📲 Complete signing reaction

soundofhockey.com•3w

Shane Wright requested a trade; where do the Kraken go from here? - Sound Of HockeyShane Wright requested a trade from the Seattle Kraken. Where does general manager Jason Botterill go from here?

Bleacher Report•3w

Larkin Open to Stars TradeRed Wings captain adds new team to potential destination list (MLive)

gonepuckwild.com•3w

Wild's path to leading the division could get easier with latest Jason Robertson buzzThe Minnesota Wild haven't had the start to the offseason that they had anticipated. They were expected to bring in a top line center by this point. They missed

Bleacher Report•3w

Teams Destined to Be Worse Next Season ☹️Anaheim is one of four teams that will fail to meet last season's heights 📲

hockeywilderness.com•3w

The Case To Swap Joel Eriksson Ek For Dylan LarkinReading the insider tea leaves, it looks like the Minnesota Wild and Detroit Red Wings are at an impasse in the Dylan Larkin negotiations. The Wild want the star center; the star center wants to go to Minnesota. However, Detroit GM Steve Yzerman's wish list doesn't line up with the Wild's assets....

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Wild gifted an early edge over Central Division rivalThe Minnesota Wild made their longest playoff run in a decade last spring, but they had to earn it in the Central Division. With five playoff teams, the Central

gonepuckwild.com•4w

Wild had a very good reason to give Kirill Kaprizov his massive contractThe Minnesota Wild gave Kirill Kaprizov the largest contract in NHL history last September. But as this offseason has dragged on, many have questioned whether t

gonepuckwild.com•4w

Dylan Larkin saga could reach a conclusion before seasonIt's been exactly a week since the start of free agency, and the Minnesota Wild have yet to address their need for a top line center. While the free agent marke

hockeywilderness.com•4w

Matt Boldy Has Become Indispensible To the WildMatt Boldy has evolved into one of the Minnesota Wild’s most indispensable players, and his name should be firmly off the trade block. As a drafted-and-developed, two-way forward with elite offensive instincts and growing leadership qualities, Boldy has become an offensive engine for the Wild. Bo...

Bleacher Report•4w

NHL Stars Who Could Request a Trade NextMatthews and McDavid lead the way on our list 📲

gonepuckwild.com•4w

Wild’s latest Dylan Larkin update is a double-edged swordThe Minnesota Wild have been considered one of the front-runners to acquire Dylan Larkin in a trade with the Detroit Red Wings. But the road to finally filling

hockeywilderness.com•4w

Calvin Pickard Gives the Wild Needed Goaltending InsuranceOf all the Minnesota Wild’s early-offseason moves, signing Calvin Pickard has gone a bit overlooked. It makes sense, given that Pickard is a veteran netminder who only played 16 NHL games last season. Still, the goaltender will likely appear in net for Minnesota, particularly early in the season ...

www.davyjoneslockerroom.com•4w

Shane Wright wants out, and his development is the key to whyShane Wright wants out of Seattle according to his agent, but how did we get here? Let’s discuss the issues that led the Kraken to this point.

Bleacher Report•4w

1 Word for Every NHL Team's Offseason 🗣️Defining all 32 clubs' moves this summer 📲

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The Wild may have another reason why Mats Zuccarello had to goThe Minnesota Wild have already made some surprising moves this season but one of the biggest so far was the decision to let Mats Zuccarello leave in free agenc

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Underrated Signings from Free Agency 💰Teams that are getting bang for their buck with their offseason moves 📲

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Trading For Coleman and Maatta Gives the Wild More BiteThe Minnesota Wild just made a move that should get fans talking. By bringing in Blake Coleman and Olli Maatta from the Calgary Flames in exchange for Jacob Middleton, the Wild added a pair of battle-tested veterans who know exactly what it takes to win in the NHL. It’s the kind of trade that say...

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Elliotte Friedman details Wild’s stalled trade pursuit of Dylan LarkinIt's the worst-kept secret in the NHL that the Minnesota Wild are trying to trade for Detroit Red Wings center and captain Dylan Larkin. In need of a top-line c

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Bill Guerin tried breaking the NHL with blockbuster trade attempt to appease Quinn HughesThe Minnesota Wild didn't have the most eventful start to their offseason, as they are waiting and hoping they can strike a deal for a big name player. It's no

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Wild are taking an intelligent gamble on Maxim ShabanovEarlier this week, the Minnesota Wild signed Russian forward Maxim Shabanov to a one-year, 1.6 million dollar deal. Shabanov spent four seasons in the KHL befor

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Nick Foligno Brings Stability To A Team With Postseason AmbitionsThe Minnesota Wild re-signed Nick Foligno, giving them exactly the kind of veteran presence contenders lean on in the spring. Foligno will play on a one-year, $900,000 deal, returning for his 20th NHL season after the Wild acquired him from the Chicago Blackhawks last March. The move signals they...

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Updated NHL Power Rankings 📊Where every team stands after the first week of free agency 📲

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Biggest Overpays From Free Agency 🏦Jacob Trouba makes our list as one of the bad contracts handed out this Summer 📲

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It's Okay To Mourn the Wild's Losses In Free AgencyFree agency exposes the different ways that fans enjoy hockey each year. It’s something we also see at the trade deadline. Some fans watch the sport through the lens of stats. What matters is points, plus-minus, slot shots, penalty minutes. Some are so stringent that they prefer the numbers to an...

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The Wild Prioritized Size and Stability With Limited Draft PicksAdam Andersson is a 6-foot-4, 218-pound Swedish center the Minnesota Wild selected with the 83rd overall pick in the 2026 NHL draft. It was a third-round selection they acquired by trading up for a prospect who projects as a physical, two-way middle-six forward with underrated offensive instincts...

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Buy or Sell Carlsson and Other Offseason MovesBreaking down the biggest trades and signings of the Summer 📲

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Latest Free Agency Buzz 🐝Rumors and predictions for top NHL players and teams 📲

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The Wild's Old Core Took Them As Far As It Could GoImagine, if you will: It was a sunny morning at the Tarps Off Bar and Grill. Located on one of the 10,000 lakes in the state, the Minnesota Wild were enjoying their summer with plenty of beverages and pouches flying around. But there was also something in the distance. Wild general manager Bill G...

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Mats Zuccarello Absence Leaves A Void That's Not Easily MeasuredMats Zuccarello’s departure from the Minnesota Wild leaves a gap that goes far beyond the stat sheet. While his production has been consistently strong, the deeper loss lies in his chemistry with Kirill Kaprizov and the stability he brought to the team’s offensive identity. For a franchise built ...

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The Wild's Max Shabanov Signing Might Have Sneaky UpsideEntering free agency with the fourth-fewest dollars to spend against the salary cap, the Minnesota Wild needed to play Moneyball. The core of "Moneyball" was that GM Brad Pitt* had to find bargains, mostly through unearthing players with obvious warts and hidden upside. Guys who were old, played ...

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FAs Still Available Who Can Help Teams 🎯Claude Giroux, Patrick Kane and free-agent stars who can help out a team next season 📲

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Best Players Slated for FA in '27 🔢10 players to watch when free agency opens up next year 📲

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Ranking 10 Best Moves of Offseason 📊Where do Brady Tkachuk to the Panthers and other trades feature on our list? 📲

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Fresh NHL Free-Agent PredictionsPredicting landing spots amid latest rumors 📲

Top NHL FAs Still Available 👀

Big names that your team could get

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Wild Get Two Upgrades For the Price of One In Blake Coleman DealWhat a difference a day makes. Yesterday the Minnesota Wild were staring at a lineup that shed 53 goals between Vladimir Tarasenko, Mats Zuccarello, and Marcus Johansson, with no replacements in sight. That's a winger on each of the team's top-three lines they needed to replace. Having struck out...

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Wild make their first trade of the offseason, but it's not for Dylan LarkinAfter a mostly quiet start to free agency, the Minnesota Wild started revving their engines with on the trade market. It was the much anticipated and sought aft

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Hot Takeaways from Free Agency 🔥🗽Rangers make big changes 😬 Trade dramas around the NHL continue 📲 More analysis on the biggest moves

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Was Day 1 Of Wild Free Agency As Bad As It Felt?I get it. July 1 came and went without much excitement for the Minnesota Wild, and many old friends are gone. Marcus Johansson has left for Sweden. Mats Zuccarello signed with the Los Angeles Kings. Vladimir Tarasenko remains a free agent and appears to have little interest in taking a discount w...