In an engaging article from Joe Smith at The Athletic, Smith performed a deep dive on the injury-plagued seasons of Minnesota Wild forward Marcus Foligno over the past few years. Foligno’s injuries, largely in his core abdominal muscles, began negatively impacting his life off the ice, leading to doubt concerning his playing career.[SOURCE LINK] … [Read more...] about Marcus Foligno Feeling Rejuvenated After Offseason Surgery
Minnesota Wild Recall Eight Players As Black Aces
According to a team announcement, the Minnesota Wild have recalled eight players to serve as Black Aces for the team’s playoff run. The players are forwards Travis Boyd, Brendan Gaunce, Hunter Haight, Ben Jones, and Liam Ohgren, defensemen Cameron Crotty and Carson Lambos, and goaltender Samuel Hlavaj. Minnesota’s AHL affiliate, the Iowa Wild, didn’t qualify for the 2025 Calder … [Read more...] about Minnesota Wild Recall Eight Players As Black Aces
Wild Recall Devin Shore
The Wild announced that they’ve recalled center Devin Shore from AHL Iowa. It’s the seventh recall of the season for the 30-year-old who actually spent the bulk of the regular season with Minnesota. Shore got into 55 NHL games this season, his highest total since the 2018-19 campaign. However, production was hard to come by as he was limited to just one goal and four assists … [Read more...] about Wild Recall Devin Shore
11 Teams To Carry Bonus Overage Cap Penalties In 2025-26
The end of the regular season also means the end of daily salary cap calculations across the NHL. With no more cap-related transactions left in the year, 11 teams have officially finished over the salary cap because players on entry-level or 35+ contracts earned performance bonuses that put them above the upper limit. They’ll carry bonus overage penalties in 2025-26 as a … [Read more...] about 11 Teams To Carry Bonus Overage Cap Penalties In 2025-26
Minor Transactions: 4/18/25
There will be several small roster moves today as playoff teams recall their required third goalie for practice and emergency backup purposes, and non-playoff teams conduct some end-of-season roster trimming. We’ll cover all those moves here: The Blues announced they’ve recalled goaltender Will Cranley from ECHL Florida to serve as their emergency backup. St. Louis selected … [Read more...] about Minor Transactions: 4/18/25