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Islanders-Wild Preview
Original at FOXSports.com News for Wild
• Thu, Nov 19
The New York Islanders have done a good job of picking up points on their lengthy road trip. Their stops at Xcel Energy Center, though, haven't been very successful. New York looks for its second road win all-time against the Minnesota Wild when it continues a seven-game stretch away from ho...
Coyotes 3, Wild 2
Original at FOXSports.com News for Wild
• Wed, Nov 18
The Phoenix Coyotes found a quick and effective way to quiet a hostile crowd Wednesday night. Radim Vrbata had a goal and an assist, and Ilya Bryzgalov made 24 saves in the Coyotes' 3-2 victory over the Minnesota Wild. But it was Scotty Upshall who ruined the home fans' fun. The Wild's Antti Mie...
Hurricanes 5, Wild 4, SO
Original at FOXSports.com News for Wild
• Sun, Nov 15
Jussi Jokinen scored the winning goal in the shootout and the Carolina Hurricanes beat the Minnesota Wild 5-4 on Sunday to end a 14-game winless streak. The Hurricanes' second shooter in the shootout, Jokinen went to his backhand and lofted the puck above the glove of Niklas Backstrom. Whe...
Game #20: Minnesota Wild at Carolina Hurricanes, Sunday November 15, 2009 at 12:30pm (CST) at RBC Center [GAME PREVIEW]
Original at All-Baseball.com
• Sun, Nov 15
Minnesota Wild (7-11-1) 5th in Northwest Division 2.32 Goals per Game (25th in NHL) 3.00 Goals Against per Game (23rd in NHL) 19.5% Power Play (17th in NHL) 84.5% Penalty Kill (5th in NHL) Top 5 Scorers: 1. #9 Mikko Koivu ~ 5G 12A = 17pts 2. ...
Wild-Hurricanes Preview
Original at FOXSports.com News for Wild
• Sat, Nov 14
The Carolina Hurricanes came as close to earning two points as they have in weeks their last time out. The end result, though, was the same as in their previous 13 games - a loss. A visit from the Minnesota Wild may provide as good a chance as any to snap their skid. No team has lost more games on the r...
Wild use strong 2nd period to overpower the Maple Leafs in 5-2 road victory
Original at All-Baseball.com
• Tue, Nov 10
The old saying goes, "Misery loves company" and perhaps that is the best way to describe tonight's matchup between the last place (of the Western Conference) Minnesota Wild and the second to last place (of the Eastern Conference) Toronto Maple Leafs. Both teams, went through some pretty...
Minnesota Wild RW Petr Sykora (concussion) out indefinitely
Original at ESPN
• Mon, Nov 9
By Associated Press Minnesota Wild right wing Petr Sykora has a concussion and is out indefinitely.
Minnesota's Sykora is out due to concussion
Original at Yahoo! Sports
• Mon, Nov 9
Minnesota Wild right wing Petr Sykora has a concussion and is out indefinitely. Sykora took a hit to the head in Saturday's win over the Dallas Stars. In his first season with the Wild, Sykora has already missed six games because of a groin injury. He has two goals and one assist in 10 games. Also,...
Minnesota's Sykora is out due to concussion
Original at FOXSports.com News for Wild
• Mon, Nov 9
Minnesota Wild right wing Petr Sykora has a concussion and is out indefinitely. Sykora took a hit to the head in Saturday's win over the Dallas Stars. In his first season with the Wild, Sykora has already missed six games because of a groin injury. He has two goals and one assist in 10 games. Also,...
Wild 3, Stars 2
Original at FOXSports.com News for Wild
• Sat, Nov 7
Cal Clutterbuck and Mikko Koivu scored first-period goals and the Minnesota Wild held on to beat the Dallas Stars 3-2 on Saturday night. Marek Zidlicky also scored for the Wild, which has won three of four. Loui Eriksson scored twice on the power play for the Stars, who have allowed at least t...
Stars-Wild Preview
Original at FOXSports.com News for Wild
• Fri, Nov 6
The Dallas Stars appear to be fine - as long as they don't have to play beyond the regulation 60 minutes. After snapping a season-high three-game losing streak, the Stars hope to make a run in a positive direction when they visit the struggling Minnesota Wild on Saturday night. Brad Richards...
Gaborik misses Minnesota return as Rangers fall
Original at ESPN
• Fri, Oct 30
By Associated Press Petr Sykora had a goal and an assist, and Eric Belanger and Antti Miettinen also scored to help the Minnesota Wild win for the first time in regulation this season, 3-2 over the New York Rangers on Friday night.
Wild 3, Hurricanes 2, OT
Original at FOXSports.com News for Wild
• Sat, Oct 24
Off the post, off his face, on the ice and into the net. Cal Clutterbuck might not score too many goals like that. In his first game back after missing five games with a high ankle sprain, Clutterbuck gave the Minnesota Wild a 3-2 win over the Carolina Hurricanes with his improbable goal Saturd...
Boston Bruins send Chuck Kobasew to Minnesota Wild for two right wingers
Original at ESPN
• Sun, Oct 18
By Associated Press The Minnesota Wild acquired right wing Chuck Kobasew from Boston on Sunday in a deal that sent right wings Craig Weller and Alexander Fallstrom to the Bruins.
Power-play goal in 3rd drives Canucks past Wild
Original at ESPN
• Sat, Oct 17
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By Associated Press Mikael Samuelsson scored the go-ahead goal on a power play rebound 3:49 into the third period to lead the Vancouver Canucks to a 2-1 victory over the Minnesota Wild on Saturday night.
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Oilers rout Wild behind goals from Penner, Brule
Original at ESPN
• Fri, Oct 16
By Associated Press Dustin Penner and Gilbert Brule each scored twice to lead the Edmonton Oilers to a 5-2 victory over the Minnesota Wild on Friday night.
Sharks overcome two-goal deficit to beat Wild
Original at FOXSports.com News for Wild
• Sat, Oct 10
Dany Heatley scored the tiebreaking goal on a power play late in the second period and the San Jose Sharks overcame a two-goal deficit to beat the Minnesota Wild 4-2 on Saturday night. Jed Ortmeyer started the comeback with his first goal with the Sharks and Patrick Marleau scored twice for...
Minnesota Wild's Pierre-Marc Bouchard out with recurring headaches
Original at ESPN
• Tue, Oct 6
By Associated Press Pierre-Marc Bouchard was held out of the Minnesota Wild lineup for Tuesday's home opener with the Anaheim Ducks due to the center's recurring headaches.
Wild sign Petr Sykora to 1-year contract
Original at FOXSports.com News for Wild
• Thu, Sep 17
The Minnesota Wild have signed right wing Petr Sykora to a one-year, $1.6 million contract. Sykora skated with the team on a tryout basis for two practices, and once he passed his physical the deal was done on Thursday. "I guess I had a good practice," Sykora joked. The 32-year-old ranked fourt...
Pass or Fail: Minnesota Wild's new third jerseys leak
Original at Yahoo! Sports
• Tue, Aug 25
The snoops from Icethetics have discovered the Minnesota Wild 's new third jerseys five days before their...
Latest NHL Draft Weekend Trades
Original at Spector's
• Sat, Jun 27
The Minnesota Wild added some depth to their checking lines on Saturday, shipping the 99th and 133rd picks in this year’s draft to the Edmonton Oilers in exchange for center Kyle Brodziak and the 161st pick overall. The Los Angeles Kings meanwhile shipped center Brian Boyle to the New York...
Minnesota Wild free agents: No. 1 Marian Gaborik
Original at Examiner.com
• Wed, May 20
The Minnesota Wild has 14 free agents heading into this offseason. I am ranking them from 14 on down to one. The No. 1 free agent in the countdown is unrestricted free agent forward Marian Gaborik. The 27-year-old was the Wild's first ever draft pick ...
Opinion: Pierre McGuire wants to be the next GM of the Wild
Original at google.com
• Wed, May 20
Pierre McGuire has become a prominent voice in hockey through years of blunt analysis from the broadcast booth. Now he's interested in running a team himself. The Minnesota Wild are evaluating their general manager opening, and McGuire is one of the ...
Tom Powers: Kevin Constantine has Houston Aeros on a roll
Original at Pioneer Press
• Sat, May 16
MN And the parent Minnesota Wild called up their best players a long time ago. Yet the Houston Aeros, top farm club of the Wild, have advanced to the American Hockey League's Western Conference finals. They got there by winning two grueling seven-game ...
Best NHL Offer Sheet Targets.
Original at Spector's
• Mon, Apr 6
Josh Harding, Minnesota Wild. The re-signing of Niklas Backstrom in February has cast Harding's future with the Wild into question. He appears ready to step up and play more but barring injury to Backstrom he's not going to get that opportunity with the Wild. It's quite possible he could be d...
Puck Headlines: Philadelphia Flyers, Washington Capitals ready to go 'Patrick Division' on each otherOriginal at Yahoo! Sports
• Tue, Jan 6
By Greg Wyshynski • Dave Pagnotta and I discussed this over on TFP's radio show this afternoon, and Mirtle agrees: The Minnesota Wild might be better off letting Niklas Backstrom walk, keeping Josh Harding and spending well-saved money elsewhere. [From the Rink]
Puck Headlines: Philadelphia Flyers, Washington Capitals ready to go 'Patrick Division' on each otherOriginal at Yahoo! Canada Sports
• Tue, Jan 6
By Greg Wyshynski • Dave Pagnotta and I discussed this over on TFP's radio show this afternoon, and Mirtle agrees: The Minnesota Wild might be better off letting Niklas Backstrom walk, keeping Josh Harding and spending well-saved money elsewhere. [From the Rink]
Sunday's three stars: A Wild franchise first for Backstrom
Original at Yahoo! Sports
• Sun, Jan 4
By Matt Romig There really wasn't much ugly and obnoxious about Minnesota's 2-0 win in Denver on Sunday. First-hand accounts had the Wild directing 66 shots toward Avs goalie Peter Budaj (37 on target) and exposing Backstrom to 33 on the other end. Minnesota's goalie was perfect on the night in recordin...
San Jose Sharks 3 game capsule: 3-2 overtime New Year's Eve loss to Minnesota Wild drops San Jose to 1-0-2 for road trip
Original at Sharkspage
• Thu, Jan 1
By PJ Swenson(jon@sharkspage.com) Minnesota (18-16-2, 4th Northwest) was a franchise in trouble. Dropping 10 of its last 13 games and losing franchise right wing Marion Gaborik to a nebulous injury, passionate Minnesota Wild hockey fans have reduced themselves to booing their own team. Often.
Monday's three stars: Nystrom's shorthanded speed tops WildOriginal at Yahoo! Sports
• Mon, Dec 29
By Greg Wyshynski With the game tied 1-1 in the third period, a Calgary shorthanded clearing attempt was knocked down near center ice by Brent Burns of the Minnesota Wild. Suddenly, Nystrom swooped in between two Minnesota players with a burst of speed, collected the puck and deked goalie Josh Harding onto...
Friday's three stars: Hiller ties record in Ducks' win over Oilers
Original at Yahoo! Sports
• Fri, Dec 19
By Greg Wyshynski The Devils forward had four points, including three on the power play, in New Jersey's 5-1 win over the visiting Ottawa Senators. His two goals came with the man advantage, and one of them was a back-breaker at 19:06 of the second period to make it 3-1 Devils. He's been a bit under the radar, but...
Puck Headlines: F-r-a-g-i-l-e … must be Marian GaborikOriginal at Yahoo! Sports
• Fri, Dec 19
By Greg Wyshynski Preview: Anaheim Ducks at Edmonton Oilers (9 p.m. EST; TV: KDOC, OPPV). Yes! Ducks and Oil! Kevin Lowe and Brian Burke their pride on the line in a battle of ... sigh ... we sort of miss this rivalry already. Does it carry over to the Leafs or not? Jonas Hiller vs. Dwayne Roloson tonight, as per Goalie Post.
Puck Headlines: F-r-a-g-i-l-e … must be Marian GaborikOriginal at Yahoo! Canada Sports
• Fri, Dec 19
By Greg Wyshynski Preview: Anaheim Ducks at Edmonton Oilers (9 p.m. EST; TV: KDOC, OPPV). Yes! Ducks and Oil! Kevin Lowe and Brian Burke their pride on the line in a battle of ... sigh ... we sort of miss this rivalry already. Does it carry over to the Leafs or not? Jonas Hiller vs. Dwayne Roloson tonight, as per Goalie Post.
Kings Move Above .500 Mark After 3-1 Win Over Minnesota
Original at frozenroyalty.net
• Sun, Dec 14
By Gann Matsuda RECAP: Behind another strong effort, the Los Angeles Kings moved one game above the .500 mark with a 3-1 win over the Minnesota Wild at Staples Center on Saturday afternoon; features post-game audio interviews. Defenseman Brent Burns scored the lone Minnesota goal on a late third period p...
Puck Headlines: Would the Wild trade an injured Gaborik?Original at Yahoo! Sports
• Tue, Nov 18
By Greg Wyshynski • Bruce "Malkin to the Kings" Garrioch continues to feed the flames of the Ottawa Senators' interest in Vancouver Canucks defenseman Mattias Ohlund. Vancouver Canucks GM Mike Gillis and assistant Lawrence Gilman were listed as scouts at MSG for last night's loss to the Rangers. [Ottawa S...
Forget Gaborik: Minnesota should focus on Backstrom
Original at Yahoo! Canada Sports
• Sat, Nov 8
By Sean Leahy Whatever happens to both Gaborik and Backstrom, this is a very important season for the Wild franchise. They have their superstar player and superstar goaltender both on the verge of big raises. Minnesota has $37 million committed for next season, but with eight soon-to-be unrestricted...
Melissa's NFL 2008-09 Season Predictions
Original at Bleacher Report
• Thu, Oct 23
By Melissa Grissom WESTERN CONFERENCE 3. Calgary Flames: No. 3 in the western conference, No. 1 in the Northwest Division 11. Vancouver Canucks No. 11 in the western conference, No. 3 in the Northwest Division 14. Colorado Avalanche: No. 14 in the western conference, No. 5 in the Northwest Division
Puck Headlines: Flyers, Penguins rekindle romance tonight
Original at Yahoo! Canada Sports
• Tue, Oct 14
By Greg Wyshynski • Alexander Radulov writes in a letter that he wants to remain in the KHL and not return to the NHL or the Nashville Predators. Perhaps the KHL will remember this strongly-worded letter if it ever stops running away from arbitration like a frightened squirrel. [Tennessean]
Belanger’s two goals lead Wild to 4-3 season opening home victory
Original at nhl-wild(mvn.com)
• Sat, Oct 11
By Theresa Ferries The Wild lineup tonight was as follows: Marian Gaborik, Eric Belanger, Mikko Koivu, Andrew Brunette, Stephane Veilleux, Pierre-Marc Bouchard, Owen Nolan, Antti Miettinen, Colton Gillies, Benoit Pouliot, Derek Boogaard, Martin Skoula, Kim Johnsson, Nick Schultz, Brent Burns, M...
Meet Puck Daddy's Hockey Blogger Invitational fantasy team
Original at Yahoo! Canada Sports
• Mon, Oct 6
By Greg Wyshynski Patrik Elias (New Jersey Devils, LW, Round 6/Pick 98) Milan Lucic (Boston Bruins, LW, Round 10/Pick 170) David Perron (St. Louis Blues, LW, Round 12/Pick 206) Fabian Brunnstrom (Dallas Stars, LW, Round 14/Pick 242)
Minnesota Wild Training Camp: Day Four, Part One
Original at Bleacher Report
• Tue, Sep 23
By Jennifer Conway Brust is a journeyman goalie who saw NHL action in eleven games for L.A. and currently plays for the Houston Aeros behind Nolan Schaefer. He had decent numbers, going 24-16-3 in 43 games with a 2.27 GAA. He spent the summer in Minnesota training primarily for speed. He lost some weight and feels...
The smothering defense of Minnesota coach Jacques Lemaire
Original at Yahoo! Canada Sports
• Fri, Sep 19
By Greg Wyshynski Risebrough blows a gasket when asked such questions. "I've never had anybody tell me ever they don't want to play for Jacques Lemaire," Risebrough said. "In fact, players tell me all the time, 'Jacques Lemaire made me the player I am today, Jacques Lemaire resurrected my career.'"
Opinion: Ryan Malone's big enough to lift the Cup now - Minneapolis Star Tribune
Original at Minneapolis Star Tribune
• Wed, May 21
Ryan Malone's big enough to lift the Cup now MN - Minnesota is also his offseason home; he lives in Plymouth, not far from Minnesota Wild winger Mark Parrish. Malone approaches the series with a unique ... Pittsburgh Penguins: We Are the Youth Gone Wild Bleacher Report
Opinion: Gaborik gets Wild
Original at Playoff Beard .com
• Fri, Nov 30
A costly turnover by the Blues (an errant drop pass that was missed) was scooped up by Minnesota Wild forward Marion Gaborik and a two on one quickly developed. Gaborik looked pass the whole way and roofed the puck past Legaces right shoulder to give the Wild the 3-2 overtime victory. Just out...
2007 PhotoPlus Expo review
Original at Sharkspage
• Wed, Oct 24
By PJ Swenson Also noted from the latest AMSP bulletin (American Society of Media Photographers): Minnesota Wild team photographer Bruce Kluckhohn (brucekphoto.com) was featured as one of the best sports photographers. He has been shooting the Wild ...
11/29 sharks 2, MINNESOTA 1
Original at Sharks Hockey Odyssey
• Thu, Nov 30
By bigg knasty As was mentioned above, it's cold here in Minnesota, and, in wintertime, it snows here. Which is why the arena in the Twin Cities (there are two, the Target Center in Minneapolis, where the NBA's Minnesota Timberwolves play, and, for our purposes here today, the only arena in the Twin Citie...
Podcast: Wild Hockey Fan - Fast Cast
Original at mevio.com
• Sat, Jul 29
By HockeyGuy I ask why the Minnesota Wild cut down its fans in its "PondCast 169"? I would never cut the fans down but I guess when your the Wild you can do what ever you want. so send your complaints to info@wild.com and let them know you do not like being cut down! Music is by Chris Hawkey and the Power Play Band
Podcast: Wild Hockey Fan Show
Original at mevio.com
• Tue, Jul 18
By HockeyGuy Mikko Koivu signs one year deal with the Minnesota Wild. Music is by Chris Hawkey and the Power Play Band http://www.ChrisHawkey.com
Podcast: Starting out NEW
Original at mevio.com
• Tue, Jul 11
By HockeyGuy So you think your a WILD HOCKEY FAN! Well so am I, I started to do the very first Minnesota Wild Podcast last season, them the Minnesota Wild started their own show, I quit at the end of the year, but I started to miss it, so I said I was coming back for this year! I am back, but now I am on PODSHOW!
Opinion: NHL: Wild win as Gaborik sets franchise scoring record
Original at Duluth News Tribune
• Wed, Mar 22
record for goals in a season and Brian Rolston added a short-handed tally to lead the Minnesota Wild past the Calgary Flames 3-1 in the NHL on Tuesday night. ... NHL: Minnesota 3, Calgary 1 Monsters and Critics.com NHL: Minnesota 3, Calgary 1 Pittsburgh Tribune-Review