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Minnesota Wild Place Brock Faber on Injured List Following Preseason Skull Fracture
sports10 days ago

Minnesota Wild Place Brock Faber on Injured List Following Preseason Skull Fracture

Minnesota Wild defenseman Brock Faber will miss the start of the 2026-27 season after undergoing surgery for a skull fracture sustained during a preseason game. The 24-year-old was struck in the ear area by a shot from Dallas Stars forward Sam Steel on Friday, leading to an indefinite absence. General Manager Bill Guerin confirmed Faber is on the injured list with no return timeline, while coach John Hynes noted the team must redistribute his heavy minutes and special teams responsibilities among remaining players, including captain Jared Spurgeon and Daemon Hunt.

via NHL.com|
#brock-faber#injury-report#minnesota-wild
Blackhawks Open Home Preseason vs. Wild With NHL-Heavy Lineup
sports-nhl17 days ago

Blackhawks Open Home Preseason vs. Wild With NHL-Heavy Lineup

Chicago hosts Minnesota at United Center for the first home preseason game, with the Hawks expected to ice an NHL-heavy lineup while the Wild field a lighter group. Puck drop is 7:00 PM CT on CHSN with WGN 720 AM radio. Connor Bedard is out, and coach Jeff Blashill indicated Patrick Kane’s preseason involvement should be limited. The Blackhawks’ projected lines include Kantserov–Nazar–Teräväinen on top, with Donato–Moore–Mangiapane on the second, and defense pairs like Vlasic–Byram and Rinzel; Knight and Söderblom are in goal. The Wild aren’t likely to dress many regulars, setting up a lively atmosphere for a sold-out arena.

via Bleacher Nation|
#blackhawks#lineups#minnesota-wild
Young Hawks Edge Wild in OT to Cap Promising Preseason
sports17 days ago

Young Hawks Edge Wild in OT to Cap Promising Preseason

Chicago Blackhawks beat the Minnesota Wild 4-3 in overtime in a lively preseason matchup. Bowen Byram scored twice to spark the offense, Nick Lardis cashed in the game-tying goal after exiting the penalty box, and rookie Artyom Kantserov generated four shot attempts and a big hit, contributing to Chicago’s push. Wyatt Kaiser added a physical late shift, and the win highlighted Chicago’s burgeoning young core as they sealed the OT victory.

via bleachernation.com|
#bowen-byram#chicago-blackhawks#minnesota-wild
Quinn Hughes Takes a Patient Approach to Wild Extension Talks
sports29 days ago

Quinn Hughes Takes a Patient Approach to Wild Extension Talks

Quinn Hughes says he’s in no rush to sign a contract extension with the Minnesota Wild, preferring to focus on a summer reset and a strong start to training camp. He’s confident in the team and his fit there, and he’ll pursue an extension only when it makes sense for him and the organization. The new NHL collective bargaining agreement reduces the maximum length of deals to seven years, which could shape timing and structure of any future pact. Hughes downplays fan theories about joining his brother or pressuring the Wild, emphasizing that the decision will be his to make.

via The New York Times|
#cba#contract-extension#minnesota-wild
Hughes Takes Time on Extension as Wild Open Camp
sports29 days ago

Hughes Takes Time on Extension as Wild Open Camp

Quinn Hughes says he’s not rushing a new contract with the Minnesota Wild before training camp, with one year left on his six-year, $47.1 million deal and unrestricted free agency set for 2027. He wants to ensure any deal is right for everyone and notes a lighter summer before camp; GM Bill Guerin remains confident they’ll re-sign him, and Hughes emphasizes he’s focused on a strong season and will sign when the time is right, even if negotiations stretch into the regular season under the new CBA.

via nhl.com|
#free-agency#minnesota-wild#nhl-contract
Larkin Trade Watch: Which Team Will Snap Up Detroit's Captain?
sports4 months ago

Larkin Trade Watch: Which Team Will Snap Up Detroit's Captain?

Dylan Larkin’s trade request and full no‑move clause have fans debating where he’ll land: Florida, Minnesota, Vegas, or possibly another team, with a stay-in-Detroit option still on the table. Detroit would seek NHL-ready assets, Florida’s cap space is a factor but they’re deep at center, Minnesota is the clear need and could offer players like Danila Yurov or a first, and Vegas would contend with cap limits and rely on prospects. The poll results show Mystery Team leading (48%), followed by Minnesota (27%), then Detroit (15%), Florida (5%), and Vegas (4%).

via Pro Hockey Rumors|
#detroit-red-wings#dylan-larkin#florida-panthers
Larkin on the Move? Contenders Eye Detroit’s Captain
sportsnhl4 months ago

Larkin on the Move? Contenders Eye Detroit’s Captain

Dylan Larkin has a full no-trade clause, and while he hasn’t publicly named a destination, reports say he provided teams on his approved list; multiple franchises—led by the Minnesota Wild and Dallas Stars—are viewed as strong fits, with trade talk centering on swaps of centers, prospects, and draft picks as Detroit balances cap and contingency options.

via Detroit Hockey Now|
#dallas-stars#detroit-red-wings#dylan-larkin
Avalanche Eliminate Wild in Five, Advancing to the Conference Finals
sports4 months ago

Avalanche Eliminate Wild in Five, Advancing to the Conference Finals

Colorado Avalanche defeated the Minnesota Wild in five games to reach the Western Conference finals, buoyed by top-line play from MacKinnon and Necas and key depth contributions from Kadri, Roy, and the fourth line; Minnesota’s injuries to Joel Eriksson Ek and Jonas Brodin helped Colorado, while Cale Makar anchored the defense despite a shoulder issue. The win also showcased Colorado’s depth and timely goaltending, with home-ice success marking a first since 2008. They now await the winner of Vegas vs. Anaheim.

via Denver Gazette|
#cale-makar#colorado-avalanche#minnesota-wild
Wild's win-now gamble meets harsh playoff reality
sports4 months ago

Wild's win-now gamble meets harsh playoff reality

The Minnesota Wild’s win-now season—built around Kaprizov, Boldy and the addition of Quinn Hughes—ended in a five-game playoff defeat to the Colorado Avalanche, with injuries to Eriksson Ek and Brodin exposing depth and center deficiencies. The setback underscores the need for a major offseason reshaping—upgrading at center, weighing veteran moves and Kaprizov’s future, and balancing prospects with a push to finally contend for a Stanley Cup.

via The New York Times|
#bill-guerin#colorado-avalanche#kirill-kaprizov