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Locked On Wild - Your Daily Minnesota Wild PodcastJake Middleton on LTIR: What's next for Wild's defense?Jake Middleton's injury shakes up the Minnesota Wild's defense. The team places him on long-term injured reserve, sidelining their top defenseman for at least 12 games. Middleton's absence leaves a significant void, as he leads the Wild in defensive point shares and plus-minus. To fill the gap, Minnesota claims Travis Dermott off waivers from the Edmonton Oilers.Wild insider Seth Toupal breaks down the impact of Middleton's injury on the team's defensive structure and penalty kill. He analyzes potential defensive pairings and discusses how the Wild might distribute Middleton's ice time among remaining defensemen. Toupal also touches on...2024-12-1435 minLocked On Wild - Your Daily Minnesota Wild PodcastPOSTCAST: Wild lose Middleton as Oilers HAMMER Wild 7-1The Minnesota Wild got wiped up and down the ice by the Edmonton Oilers losing by a score of 7-1 at Xcel Energy Center. The Wild surrendered 2 goals in the 1st, 3 in the 2nd and two more in the 3rd as the Penalty Kill surrendered two goals of their own. The Wild lost Jake Middleton on his first shift of the game after he blocked a shot, and the defense was out of sync the rest of the night. Freddy Gaudreau scored the lone goal for the Wild on the Power Play. Filip Gustavsson surrendered 5 goals on 26 shots and...2024-12-1343 minLocked On Wild - Your Daily Minnesota Wild PodcastPOSTCAST: Hellebuyck Stymies Wild in 4-1 Jets WinThe Minnesota Wild dropped another game against a Contending team in the Central Division as they lost to Winnipeg 4-1 at Xcel Energy Center Monday night. The Wild put up 43 shots but could not get much past Hellebuyck, who surrendered a first period goal to Jake Middleton but slammed the door aft that. The Jets scored once in each period on goals from Alex Iafollo, Nino Niederreiter, Iafollo again and Adam Lowry to Back Hellebuyck en route to their 18th win of the season. The Wild fell to 13-4-4 on the season and 0-1-1 against Winnipeg and...2024-11-2651 minLocked On Wild - Your Daily Minnesota Wild PodcastHas Jake Middleton Become the Wild’s Defensive Anchor?Discover how the Minnesota Wild are shaking up the NHL with standout performances from Mats Zuccarello, Freddie Gaudreau, Marcus Foligno, and Jake Middleton. Witness how these players have transformed their game, leaving last season's stats behind and setting new benchmarks in the league. With the Wild currently holding a strong position in the Central Division, this episode is packed with insights into their strategic plays and key contributions.Join host Seth Toupal as he breaks down the impressive stats and game-changing moments from these Wild players. How has Zuccarello's increased goal-scoring impacted the team's dynamics? What role...2024-11-1332 minLocked On Wild - Your Daily Minnesota Wild PodcastPOSTCAST: Wild Melt Down in 3rd in 7-5 Loss to FlyersThe Minnesota Wild suffered their first regulation loss of the season as they fell 7-5 to the Philadelphia Flyers. The Flyers scored twice in the first 4 minutes to take a 2-0 lead. The Wild battled back to tie the score at 2-2 on goals from Brock Faber and Marcus Foligno. The Flyers regained the lead on a goal from Matvei Michkov before Joel Eriksson Ek scores with time winding down to tie the score at 3 after 2 periods. The Flyers took control of the game with 4 goals in the 3rd. Marcus Foligno and Jake Middleton scored in the 3rd, but...2024-10-2852 minLocked On Wild - Your Daily Minnesota Wild PodcastWill the Minnesota Wild defense hold up against the Tampa Bay Lightning?Uncover the Minnesota Wild's strategic prowess as we break down the impressive performance of their top line combinations in the NHL. With Kirill Kaprizov, Marco Rossi, and Mats Zuccarello leading the charge, the Wild are making waves in the league. How do these lines stack up against the Tampa Bay Lightning's formidable offense, featuring stars like Jake Guentzel and Nikita Kucherov?Join us as we explore the Wild's offensive and defensive metrics, revealing the secrets behind their success. Discover how the team has managed to outscore opponents 11-1 with their top lines and what challenges lie ahead...2024-10-2436 minLocked On Wild - Your Daily Minnesota Wild PodcastPOSTCAST: Wild Fall to Jets 2-1 in OvertimeThe Minnesota Wild battled on the second night of a back to back and ultimately fell to the Winnipeg Jets by a score of 2-1 in overtime. The Wild got the scoring started on a goal from Jake Middleton in the first period to make it 1-0. With a few seconds left in the first period, Mark Scheifele scored to tie the score at 1-1 heading into the first intermission. Neither team scored in the second or third period, but Zach Bogosian was called for a penalty in the waning moments of regulation and the Jets capitalized in overtime. F...2024-10-141h 03Locked On Wild - Your Daily Minnesota Wild PodcastHow the Blues and Wild stack up in the Central Division!Discover how the St. Louis Blues shook the NHL with a rare double offer sheet, pulling young talents Philip Broberg and Dylan Holloway from the Edmonton Oilers. Can the Blues' bold moves propel them into a playoff spot, or will the Minnesota Wild's depth and strategy outshine them in the Western Conference?Join Seth Toupal and Haley Taylor Simon as they dissect the Blues' strategic acquisitions and the Wild's offseason dynamics. With insights into players like Ryan Suter, Jake Neighbours, and Matt Boldy, this episode offers a deep dive into team strategies and player potentials. How will...2024-09-2534 minLocked On Wild - Your Daily Minnesota Wild PodcastDoes the Rumored Jake Middleton to Toronto Trade Make Sense for Minnesota?Get ready for an action-packed episode of Locked on Wild! We dive into the Tom Kurvers Prospect Showcase, featuring the Minnesota Wild, St. Louis Blues, and Chicago Blackhawks. Plus, we break down the latest trade rumors involving Jake Middleton and the Toronto Maple Leafs.Join us as we discuss the top prospects to watch, including Ryder Ritchie, Jack Peart, and Carson Lambos. Special guest Alex Micheletti shares his insights on the potential trade and what it means for the Wild's defensive lineup. Will the Wild benefit from acquiring Nick Robertson and Timothy Liljegren?Explore the...2024-09-0931 min