Seattle Kraken vs. Minnesota Wild - December 09, 2025

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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

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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

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soundofhockey.com•16h

Kraken Youth Movement- Which youngsters will factor in this season? - Sound Of HockeyThe Seattle Kraken are going young this season. Which prospects will be part of the NHL roster? Who will take the next step?

gonepuckwild.com•18h

This could be the Wild's best lineup entering training campAfter a long and surprisingly quiet offseason, the Minnesota Wild will report to training camp this week. This year’s camp doesn’t have much suspense unless you

www.davyjoneslockerroom.com•21h

2k26 Prospects Showcase RECAP: Seattle splits with VancouverThis was a pretty back and forth game, with both sides recognizing pretty quickly that defense was sort of an optional concern. The Kraken however adjusted to this kind of boat race a lot better than…

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Will Michael McCarron Establish He Was Worth His Extension This Season?Michael McCarron signed a six-year, $20 million contract with the Minnesota Wild in June, carrying a $3.33 million AAV through 2031-32. He will be 37 years old when it expires. The deal includes a full no-movement clause (NMC) in the first three years and a 15-team no-trade list in the final thre...

www.davyjoneslockerroom.com•2d

2026 Prospect Showcase PREVIEW/GAMETHREADAll lines are just for ease of viewing, not indicative of real lineups. Jagger Firkus – Oscar Fisker-Molgaard – Jani Nyman Julius Miettinen – Eduard Sale – Justin Janicke Ryden Evers – Nathan…

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Ranking the Wild’s options to replace Mats ZuccarelloThe Minnesota Wild will open training camp next week, but their roster is anything but settled. While the group of players who will be on the roster doesn’t car

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Blake Coleman has bigger shoes to fill than anyone expected for the Minnesota WildWhen the Minnesota Wild acquired Blake Coleman from the Calgary Flames in early July, the move was widely seen as a typical Bill Guerin addition. He brought in

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Friday Film Room - Kraken prospects Ola Palme, Clarke Caswell - Sound Of HockeyFilm, data, analysis checking in on the development of Seattle Kraken prospects Ola Palme and Clarke Caswell.

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Wild watch Red Wings turn Dylan Larkin into an even bigger messFor months, the Minnesota Wild’s pursuit of Dylan Larkin has been spinning its wheels. Larkin requested a trade from the Detroit Red Wings in June and while the

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BS Meter on the Latest Trade RumorsBreaking down the latest on Connor Hellebuyck, Quinn Hughes, more 📲

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Wild's pursuit of Dylan Larkin has a ringing endorsement from Quinn HughesQuinn Hughes would clearly be alright if the Minnesota Wild traded for Dylan Larkin.

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The Wild's Defensive Identity Can Lead Them To 50 Wins This SeasonThe Minnesota Wild have the ingredients to make a real run at 50 victories this season. It would be an ambitious benchmark, one that requires consistency over six months, health from key players, and better execution in the games that often decide playoff seeding, but the foundation is there. Wit...

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If Quinn Hughes wants to win, staying with the Wild is his best optionWith a week until training camp, the Minnesota Wild’s attention – and the rest of the NHL’s – is centered around Quinn Hughes. Eligible for a contract extension

Bleacher Report•4d

2026 U.S. Hockey HOF Class 👏TJ Oshie, Phil Kessel and Amanda Kessel to be among this year's inductees 📸

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A Gustavsson Rebound Gives the Wild Plenty Of OptionsOne of the Minnesota Wild's biggest developments last season was Jesper Wallstedt's arrival. The rookie goaltender put up a sensational .916 save percentage during the regular season and ultimately claimed the starting spot in net for the Wild's playoff run. Wallstedt's rise was fascinating, but ...

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Quinn Hughes just gave Devils fans another chance to run away with their delusionAfter months of speculation, Quinn Hughes finally spoke to the media as he negotiates a potential contract extension with the Minnesota Wild on Wednesday. While

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Why Shouldn't Wild Fans Take Quinn Hughes At His Word?After weeks of speculation about Quinn Hughes' future in a Minnesota Wild uniform, we finally got to hear the superstar defenseman comment at the NHL Media Tour on Wednesday. Speaking about the possibility of an extension, Hughes said, "As we get going here, I'm sure it'll heat up, but I don't fe...

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Quinn Not Rushing Extension 🐌Hughes doesn't feel 'backed up against a wall' to make decision before training camp starts (NHL.com)

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Here's what Quinn Hughes said about re-signing with the WildAfter an entire offseason of dancing around the subject, Quinn Hughes has finally commented on his future and whether the Minnesota Wild factor into it. With j

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Jack Hughes injects some much needed optimism into the Quinn Hughes extension sagaThe Minnesota Wild have spent the past few weeks sweating out negotiations on a contract extension for Quinn Hughes. But they may have gotten an unexpected hand

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Kirill Kaprizov Can Be A 50 Goal, 100 Point Player In 2026-27Kirill Kaprizov has played like a superstar for years. Last season, he put up 45 goals and 89 points in just 78 games, and he did it while missing time and playing through the kind of nagging injuries that quietly chip away at a scoring line. For most wingers, that's a career year.

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The Quinn Hughes Speculation Might Mean NothingWelcome to hockey's national media spotlight. The Minnesota Wild are out of the cornfields and into the headlines. After last year's blockbuster trade for Quinn Hughes, your favorite hockey team is no longer the Little Brother of the Central Division. Having the eldest Hughes brother on the roste...

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I Watched 84 Maxim Shabanov Goals To See If He Can Be An X-FactorThe Minnesota Wild, as constructed, have a very high floor entering the 2026-27 season. Quinn Hughes, Kirill Kaprizov, and Matt Boldy at the top of the lineup give them the star power they need. Defensive stalwarts like Jonas Brodin, Joel Eriksson Ek, Jared Spurgeon, and their goalie tandem make ...

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It's time for Wallstedt to step into the starter roleAfter a strong showing last season, Wallstedt is ready for the step forward.

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The Wild have one week to sign Quinn Hughes to an eight-year contractThe Wild's hopes of striking a long-term deal with Quinn Hughes drastically go down next week.

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The Juice May Not Be Worth the Squeeze With Dylan LarkinIt's easy to fall in love with the idea of Dylan Larkin in a Minnesota Wild sweater. He's a proven top-line center, a former 30-goal man, and the kind of battle-tested leader every contender covets at the deadline. But before Bill Guerin manages the future to bring the Detroit Red Wings captain W...

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Trades That Could Happen Before Training Camp5 moves that could still take place ahead of the new season 📲

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Panic Trading Quinn Hughes Is the Worst Mistake the Wild Could MakeOn paper, the deadline for the Minnesota Wild to extend Quinn Hughes is June 30. But realistically, no one believes that. The common-sense deadline is probably September 30, the day before Minnesota's season opener. If it goes any longer, the questions about what the Wild will do with the superst...

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Wild’s future in net may revolve around Filip Gustavsson’s hipThe Minnesota Wild’s path to contention last season was paved with having two good goaltenders in net. The duo of Jesper Wallstedt and Filip Gustavsson helped t

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Wild’s roster makes a fast start even more important next seasonThe Minnesota Wild’s 2026-27 season is approaching, but when fans look at the roster, they can’t help but feel disappointed. The trade for a No. 1 center never

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The Wild’s 150-point gamble could pay off in a big way next seasonWith training camp a couple weeks away, the Minnesota Wild have some holes to fill in their starting lineup. Mats Zuccarello, Vladimir Tarasenko and Marcus Joha

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Can Brock Faber Have 20 Goals and 40 Assists Playing With Quinn Hughes?Last year, Brock Faber showed that he has the offensive foundation to become a true top-pair scoring threat. After posting 15 goals and 51 points, a jump to 20 goals and 40 assists (60 points) is an aggressive but realistic next step if he spends a full season alongside Quinn Hughes.

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NHL 27 Review & Gameplay Impressions 🎮Breaking down all the top features in latest release

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What Does the Move To Prime Video Mean For Wild Fans?With the puck dropping on the 2026-27 season in just under a month, Minnesota Wild fans finally have an idea of how they're going to watch their team - and what it's going to cost them. On Wednesday, the Wild announced a multi-year local streaming agreement with Prime Video called Wild+, making i...

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Seattle Kraken re-sign F Jacob Melanson to 3-year ExtensionThe hits keep on coming. Jacob Melanson, the man who hits anything that moves, has been re-signed to a 3-year, $4.35 million extension ($1.45m AAV). “We’re excited to re-sign Jacob…

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Wild might be better off with a short-term Quinn Hughes extensionThe Minnesota WIld have plenty of questions entering training camp but the biggest is the status of Quinn Hughes. Entering the final year of his contract, the W

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Friday Film Room - Kraken prospects Will Tomko, Ty Nelson - Sound Of HockeyFilm, data, analysis checking in on the development of Seattle Kraken prospects William Tomko and Ty Nelson.

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Vladimir Tarasenko's exit from Wild hasn't gone according to planThe Minnesota Wild overhauled their top six this offseason, watching Mats Zuccarello and Marcus Johansson leave the team in a pair of surprising moves. But one

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Cale Makar's Signing Removes One Quinn Hughes ObstacleCale Makar's blockbuster extension should indicate that Quinn Hughes' deal is coming soon. But it will not make it cheap: Hughes controls nearly every meaningful lever in these negotiations, and Makar just gave his camp the clearest possible benchmark. Colorado's eight-year, $163.2 million extens...

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The Wild Can Overcome Losing Veterans This OffseasonThis offseason, the Minnesota Wild said goodbye to three veteran members of their forward group. Mats Zuccarello signed a one-year deal with the Los Angeles Kings, Marcus Johansson is on his way to play back home in Sweden, and Vladimir Tarasenko is still a free agent. Between the three, the Wild...

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The Wild's Top-Heavy Roster Could Be A Boon During ExpansionWe're hearing a lot of big numbers thrown around these days. A $136 million contract for Kirill Kaprizov. $17 million per year. And, in light of Cale Makar's $20.4 million AAV, Quinn Hughes is likely in line to make even more than Kaprizov. It makes you look down the lineup and wonder: How can th...

Bleacher Report•1w

Bold Trade Predictions 🔮See who may be on the move this season 📲

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We've Gone Back To Underrating Ryan Hartman AgainWhen Ryan Hartman first arrived in St. Paul, he was absolutely underrated. In 2019, the Minnesota Wild became his fifth club in three years, despite decent bottom-six production. He only got to the Wild because the Dallas Stars traded for him as a restricted free agent, then immediately decided t...

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How much does scoring first really matter in the NHL? - Sound Of HockeyExplore NHL first goal win percentage by team strength, home ice and goal timing, plus how the Seattle Kraken compare with the league over the past two seasons.

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Eeli Tolvanen Signs with New York RangersTransition is tough. Another longtime (inasmuch as a team that is only five years old can be longtime) Kraken has officially left. Okay, the Kraken were pretty clear in their inaction by re-signing…

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The Dylan Larkin trade request will remain an ace in the hole for Bill GuerinEver since Dylan Larkin’s trade request from the Detroit Red Wings went public earlier this summer, the situation in Detroit has turned the organization upside

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Adam Benák's NCAA Season Could Define His NHL PotentialThe Minnesota Wild's prospect pool took a significant hit after they traded most of it away last year. Still, Minnesota has some interesting pieces for the future. Adam Benák is among the most interesting to follow. His situation will only get more fascinating in this upcoming season as he begins...

Bleacher Report•1w

NHL Trade Target Rankings 🎯Updated top 15 trade candidates entering September 📲

gonepuckwild.com•1w

Wild failing to extend Quinn Hughes may not be a nightmare scenarioWith training camp approaching, the clock is ticking for the Minnesota Wild to finalize a contract extension with Quinn Hughes. Entering the final year of his c

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2026 NHL-affiliated prospects ranking - Sound Of HockeyA data-only ranking of the top 300 NHL-affiliated prospects and the 32 NHL prospect pools.

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Don't Rule Out Bobby Brink Winning the Top Line SweepstakesOnce the Minnesota Wild resolve their Quinn Hughes contract situation, all eyes will turn to the vacancy opposite Kirill Kaprizov. The Wild let longtime running mate Mats Zuccarello go this offseason and have a few suitors to replace him. So far, it seems like Max Shabanov, a speedy, skilled Russ...

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Wild have a bigger problem than Quinn Hughes’s next contractThe Minnesota Wild’s negotiations for a contract extension with Quinn Hughes received an important data point when Cale Makar agreed to an eight-year, $163.2 mi

Bleacher Report•2w

Early NHL Power Rankings 📊Stacking up every team 1 month from season opener 📲

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Wild’s underwhelming offseason still has time for a blockbuster endingWith less than a month until training camp begins, the Minnesota Wild are still waiting. They’re waiting for Quinn Hughes to sign a contract extension. They’re

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What Does Connor Hellebuyck's Trade Request Mean For the Wild?Connor Hellebuyck made it official on Thursday. Through his agent Ray Petkau, the three-time Vezina Trophy winner confirmed what had been a bit of an open secret since spring: He wants out of Winnipeg. "Several months ago, I privately requested a trade," Hellebuyck wrote. "I have tried to handle ...

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Quinn Hughes' next deal could set the league's new contract ceiling after Makar’s massive dealThe landscape of NHL contracts has completely shifted after the Colorado Avalanche announced that they were signing star defenseman Cale Makar to an eight-year

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Giving Kirill Kaprizov the C Would Reflect the Wild's New IdentityKirill Kaprizov is the clear choice to become the next captain of the Minnesota Wild, with Quinn Hughes and Marcus Foligno serving as ideal alternate captains. Together, they would give Minnesota a leadership group that reflects the franchise's present identity: elite talent, championship ambitio...

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The Wild Should Offer Quinn Hughes the MaxThe hockey world has been waiting for the elite defenseman market to be completely reset all summer. We got a hint of what was to come when the Chicago Blackhawks extended Bowen Byram for eight years at $12.5 million AAV, the highest at the position. But Cale Makar and Quinn Hughes were going to ...

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Wild about to pay the price for not extending Quinn Hughes soonerThe Minnesota Wild have been trying to negotiate a contract extension with defenseman Quinn Hughes this summer as he enters the final year of his contract. But

Bleacher Report•2w

Biggest NHL Contracts 📝How landscape looks after Cale Makar inks megadeal 📲

www.davyjoneslockerroom.com•2w

Extremely Bold Predictions for the 2026-27 Kraken Season!The season is nearly upon us, so let’s get a little weird with it!

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Friday Film Room - Caden Price, Lukas Dragicevic - Sound Of HockeyFilm, data, analysis checking in on the development of Seattle Kraken prospects Caden Price and Lukas Dragicevic.

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Kaprizov Will Be Fine In His Post-Zuccarello EraOne of the many huge questions of the Minnesota Wild's offseason is who will ride shotgun with Kirill Kaprizov? The Wild's superstar has spent his first six NHL seasons almost tied to winger Mats Zuccarello. The two weren't just off-ice besties, but fed off each other's games. Kaprizov averaged 4...

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Kraken have their first full-time EBUG: former Michigan State goalie Dolan Gilbert - Sound Of HockeyFormer Michigan State goalie Dolan Gilbert is the first permanent emergency backup goalie (EBUG) in Kraken history.

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Wild just received a massive break in the Central DivisionThe Minnesota Wild’s offseason hasn’t gone exactly to plan. Although Quinn Hughes’s next contract may be on the horizon and there’s still a chance they could st

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The Wild may soon learn what it will take to keep Quinn HughesThe Minnesota WIld have plenty of concerns going into next season but the biggest is the future of Quinn Hughes. Entering the final year of his contract, the Wi

Bleacher Report•2w

Power Ranking NHL Divisions 📊Best and worst divisions one month from puck drop 📲

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The Wild Fanbase Isn't Satisfied AnymoreThe Minnesota Wild just advanced past the first round of the postseason for the fourth time in 25 years. Over that quarter-century, fans have wondered how a team that spends to the cap in a solid hockey market can manage so little success. It's not like they haven't had big names.

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A Wild extension would put even more pressure on John HynesAll eyes are focused on the Minnesota Wild’s contract negotiations with Quinn Hughes, but another important negotiation that is happening behind the scenes invo

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Former Wild executive could add another twist to their Dylan Larkin plansThe Minnesota Wild are still hoping that they can trade for Dylan Larkin, but the Detroit Red Wings have tested their patience. Initially met with a high asking

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Hunter Haight Has A Lot To Prove This Training CampAugust is coming to a close, and training camp is right around the corner. The preseason is a crucial time for teams to evaluate how their young players are coming along and whether they're ready to make the NHL roster. Several prospects will look to make their mark this September, but Hunter Hai...

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Seattle Kraken Open Training Camp September 17We are just 23 days away from the start of training camp, but — good news — if you want your fix of Kraken players you don’t even have to wait that long!* Rookie camp opens on September 11th before…

EBUGs to Wear No. 00

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Per @reporterchris, it's looking likely that every EBUG will be wearing Number 00 next season. Starting this season it is mandatory that every team has an EBUG that travels with the team to home and away games.

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Quinn Trade Not Discussed 😶Wild sources shot down reports of deal talks with Devils for defenseman (The Athletic)

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Charlie Stramel Is Raising His CeilingWhen the Minnesota Wild drafted Charlie Stramel 21st overall in 2023, one word we didn't hear much was "upside." His best attributes were size and two-way play, and his scoring numbers in his freshman season at Wisconsin (five goals, 12 points in 33 games) didn't hint at more to come.

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Quinn Hughes’s quiet contract talks could have a simple explanationThe Minnesota Wild are heading toward the 2026-27 season but while next year will have championship-level expectations, the immediate concern is the future of Q

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Players with Shocking Career Earnings 😳You won't believe how much Ryan Suter and others have made 📲

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BS Meter on Latest Trade Rumors 🌡️Which NHL stars might be on the move? 🤔

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Wild have little reason to help Devils fans complete their Quinn Hughes dreamIt’s another day in the world, which means New Jersey Devils fans are plotting for another way to wrestle Quinn Hughes from the Minnesota Wild. The Wild and the

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Data Dump: Goal scoring under Lane Lambert - Sound Of HockeyWith one season under his belt, we look at head coach Lane Lambert's impact on the Seattle Kraken goal scoring.

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Could Maxim Shabanov Replicate Zuccarello's Production On Kaprizov's Line?Maxim Shabanov has a legitimate chance to earn time next to Kirill Kaprizov, but expecting him to immediately duplicate Mats Zuccarello's production would be unfair. However, he may offer the Wild a different and potentially more dynamic version of top-line support. Still, replacing Zuccarello's ...

gonepuckwild.com•3w

Wild may need to accept the reality of the Dylan Larkin situationThe Minnesota Wild have had many ways to improve their roster this offseason, but they’ve only had eyes for Dylan Larkin. The Detroit Red Wings captain’s trade

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Friday Film Room - Rylan Singh, Julius Miettinen - Sound Of HockeyFilm, data, analysis checking in on the development of Seattle Kraken prospects Rylan Singh and Julius Miettinen.

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NHL27 Rankings by Position 📋Who got snubbed? Drop your takes here 📲

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The Wild’s championship window has a troubling flawAfter years of living in the middle of the NHL’s hierarchy, the Minnesota Wild can officially call themselves Stanley Cup contenders. A solid season where they

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The Wild Foundation Had A Record-Breaking 2025-26 SeasonThe Minnesota Wild's 2025-26 season was largely defined by what happened on the ice. The Quinn Hughes trade, a playoff run that reached the second round, and the offseason decisions that followed. However, while the team was making headlines, the Wild were making an impact off the ice. The Minnes...

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Matt Boldy Needs To Do It AgainWhat do Jamie Benn, Matt Duchene, Eric Staal, and Thomas Vanek have in common? They're four of the 52 players who have made the 40/40 Club in the Salary Cap Era. There's also another thing they share: They've only done it once. This is probably why these four are (likely) not making the Hockey Ha...

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Bobby Brink needs to be more than a homecoming story for the WildThe Minnesota Wild had a busy trade deadline and among the players that came into town was Bobby Brink. The winger was acquired from the Philadelphia Flyers in

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NHL Teases New Uniform Line 👀Fanatics to create 'Hometown Remix' edition jerseys for all 32 teams

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John Hynes Is Entering A Watershed Moment Next YearWhen the Minnesota Wild hired John Hynes during the 2023-24 season, the team was mired in the NHL's mushy middle. The Wild were reliable at making the playoffs, appearing in seven of the previous eight postseasons, but were never a real threat. Minnesota's inability to build a true contender resu...

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Wild’s lack of top prospects could come back to haunt their Stanley Cup hopesThe Minnesota Wild have a bright future with Kirill Kaprizov, Matt Boldy and Brock Faber locked into contracts. Things could get brighter if Quinn Hughes signs

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Can Danila Yurov Solve the Wild's Center Woes?The Minnesota Wild should give Danila Yurov a legitimate opportunity to win the first-line center job rather than automatically returning Ryan Hartman to Kirill Kaprizov's line. Hartman is a useful NHL player, but Yurov offers the developmental upside Minnesota has spent years searching for down ...

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The Wild may not have fixed their biggest problem this offseasonThe Minnesota WIld are trending closer to the start of the 2026-27 season, which means fans have a good idea of how the roster will look when they open the seas

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Kaprizov and Boldy On the Same Line Would Balance the Wild's AttackBy putting Matt Boldy and Kirill Kaprizov on the top line, the Minnesota Wild would have one of the most dangerous wing pairings in the NHL. Boldy and Kaprizov are elite puck handlers who can finish and force defenses to collapse toward them. The question isn't whether the pairing has enough tale...

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5 Questions That Could Define the 2026-27 SeasonThe Minnesota Wild open the 2026-27 season on October 1 in Nashville, with a home opener against the Boston Bruins two days later. Last season was hopeful, historic, and just unfinished enough to feel like something the Wild can build on. They went 46-24-12 last year, made the second round for th...

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The Wild are still paying the price for Kirill Kaprizov’s massive contractThe Minnesota Wild found a way to sign Kirill Kaprizov to a contract extension before the start of last season, but the final cost provided some sticker shock.

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The Wild's Offseason Has Been One Big GambleFor years, the measure of success for the Minnesota Wild was getting past the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Not anymore. After a decade of never seeing the second round of the postseason, the Wild finally broke through. Yet, it was not enough. The Colorado Avalanche ousted the Wild in ...

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Wild fans don’t know how to feel about their backup plan to a Dylan Larkin tradeThe Minnesota Wild have spent their summer waiting on a potential trade for Detroit Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin. The Wild would love to bring Larkin aboard a

soundofhockey.com•1mo

Friday Film Room - Vicktor Fyodorov, Jagger Firkus - Sound Of HockeyFilm, data, analysis checking in on the development of Seattle Kraken prospects Viktor Fyodrov and Jagger Firkus.

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Can Max Shabanov Can Follow Jonathan Marchessault's Footsteps?The Minnesota Wild are about a month from training camp opening. Time is running out for teams to make any sort of impact offseason deals, and free agents are more or less picked over. With every day that passes, the Wild are sending the signal that they're confident opening the season with Maksi...

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Wild's latest Dylan Larkin update still presents a similar challengeThe Minnesota Wild have been in hot pursuit of Detroit Red Wings center Dylan Larkin this summer but as the calendar drags into August, both sides remain in a s

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NHL player taxes explained: Does Seattle really have an advantage? - Sound Of HockeyDoes Seattle’s no state income tax give the Kraken an advantage? We examine Seattle Kraken state income tax, NHL duty days, residency and player pay.

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Quinn Hughes is giving Wild fans something they've never seen beforeThe Minnesota Wild’s 2025-26 season changed dramatically when they swung a trade for Quinn Hughes last December. A former Norris Trophy winner as the NHL’s top

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David Perron Is A Perfect PTO Target For the WildFor over a decade, David Perron was everything you wanted in a complementary second-line winger. Perron's profile leaned more toward playmaking, but he was a threat to pot 20 goals in any given year. His right-shot made him an ideal option to set up for one-timers on the power play.

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Wild may have a clear timeline in place for a Quinn Hughes extensionThe Minnesota Wild are approaching the start of the regular season and there is a lot of anticipation. While the Wild will open the year with Stanley Cup dreams

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Has Brock Faber Reached His Ceiling?When the Minnesota Wild acquired Brock Faber in 2022, they knew they were getting a high-value defensive prospect. Yet, even the most optimistic of scouts didn't envision the second-round pick becoming a foundational piece of the franchise. The blueliner's profile has risen with each passing year...

gonepuckwild.com•1mo

Devils fans are getting delusional about Quinn Hughes againAs training camp gets closer, the Minnesota Wild’s summer of waiting has continued. One of the biggest dominos that has yet to fall is a contract extension for

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USA Hockey Membership Report - 2025-26 season - Sound Of HockeyUSA Hockey released their membership report, so we dug into the numbers to see any insights or data points from the last season.

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The Wild's Early Schedule Adds Pressure To A Roster In TransitionMuch of the offseason discussion has centered on the roster: Filip Gustavsson's hip surgery, Quinn Hughes' extension and who ultimately centers Kirill Kaprizov. But a demanding opening schedule adds another layer to those decisions. The demands of an opening month that offers little room for adju...

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What Have the Wild Players Been Up To In the Off-Season?This is the worst part of the hockey off-season. Free agency has died down, and training camp is too far away for most players to be back in town. At least there are plenty of hockey players who stick around, since summering in the State of Hockey is beneficial, even for those without childhood t...

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Wild's failed pursuit of a center could create a silver liningThe Minnesota Wild went into this offseason looking for a top-line center, but their efforts have been fruitless so far. Their talks with the Detroit Red Wings

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Friday Film Room - Hawke Huff, Jake O'Brien - Sound Of HockeyFilm, data, analysis checking in on the development of Seattle Kraken prospects Hawke Huff and Jake O'Brien.

Bleacher Report•1mo

Re-Ranking NHL FAs Still Available 📊Breaking down players still on the market 📲

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A Wild flaw could keep Matt Boldy from joining the 50/50 clubThe Minnesota Wild have plenty of reasons for fans to be excited about the upcoming season and one of the biggest is the continued breakout of Matt Boldy. One

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Who Should Take Zuccarello's Spot On the Wild's Top Power Play Unit?One word separates a good penalty kill from a bad one: pressure. For that reason, escaping pressure is a definitive requirement for any good power play. Despite the nickname "man-advantage unit," NHL power plays don't dominate with numbers; instead, they dominate with time. If numbers were the se...

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The Wild can't afford to keep dragging their feet on Quinn Hughes' extensionWhen the Minnesota Wild paid a massive price to acquire Quinn Hughes, the goal wasn't just to acquire an elite Norris-caliber defenseman for a season and a half

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Will Kraken Be Better Next Season? 🤔Buy or sell every NHL lottery team improving 📲

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Are Quinn Hughes and Cale Makar In A Staring Contest?Quinn Hughes has become one of the biggest contract storylines in hockey, and the timing of his next deal may have as much to do with Cale Makar as it does with the Minnesota Wild. Hughes is eligible for an extension, the Wild want to keep him, and league chatter suggests both sides are still wor...

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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...

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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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Free Agents Steals Still on the Market 💰Five players who could help the teams if they signed right now 📲

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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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Updated Trade Targets Big Board 🎯Karlsson joins Larkin and Hellebuyck as players likely to be moved 📲

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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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