Photo by Norm Hall/NHLI via Getty Images McPain. The Minnesota Wild’s first trip to the 5,000-seat Mullett Arena ended in a bitterly disappointing 3-2 defeat to the Arizona Coyotes. Marc-André Fleury stopped 33 of 36 Coyote shots but Jakob Chychrun scored twice and Jack McBain found the game-winning goal late in a come-from-behind Arizona victory. I’m known to be an … [Read more...] about Recap: Chychrun, Coyotes tame Wild in comeback win
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Wilderness Walk: A whole lot of misery
Photo by Zac BonDurant/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Your daily dose of Wild news, along with other interesting stories from around the NHL. Oof. Even though the Minnesota Wild did not deserve to win last night against the Arizona Coyotes, actually losing to a team that is actively trying to be as bad as possible and increase their odds in the draft lottery, hurts … [Read more...] about Wilderness Walk: A whole lot of misery
Ryan Hartman could move up to center Kirill Kaprizov, Mats Zuccarello on Wild’s top line
Sam Steel had been on the Wild's No. 1 unit but he has only one goal in the past 12 games. … [Read more...] about Ryan Hartman could move up to center Kirill Kaprizov, Mats Zuccarello on Wild’s top line
Does Bill Guerin Need To Borrow From Chuck Fletcher’s Win-Now Playbook?
Whether it’s Wednesday or Thursday, The Athletic’s Scott Wheeler will name the Minnesota Wild’s farm system the second-best or best in hockey. This will hardly be a surprise. When he did his rankings last season, Wheeler ranked them third in the NHL. Hockey Prospecting, which goes off data instead of scouting, puts them at No. 1. Wheeler’s ranking will merely confirm what we … [Read more...] about Does Bill Guerin Need To Borrow From Chuck Fletcher’s Win-Now Playbook?
The Carolina Hurricanes’ Trade Deadline Wish List
Every season, the NHL trade deadline creeps up the calendar like the days leading up to Christmas. The rumors start swirling and personnel movement around the league follows. Even though they possess one of the NHL’s best records, the Carolina Hurricanes have their own wish list before the trade deadline to help them hoist the Stanely Cup. The Trade Deadline Needs for the … [Read more...] about The Carolina Hurricanes’ Trade Deadline Wish List
NHL Predictions: February 7th with Vegas Golden Knights vs Nashville Predators
Welcome back to another day of NHL Predictions. Each day, Last Word on Hockey takes a look at the games that are happening and gives our predictions for each one, breaking down head-to-head and other factors that may play in. We also have a featured game of the day, which is considered must-watch TV. Today’s featured game is between the Vegas Golden Knights and the Nashville … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: February 7th with Vegas Golden Knights vs Nashville Predators
NHL Rumours: Edmonton Oilers Winger Getting Trade Consideration
Photo: Stephen Brashear-USA TODAY Sports It’s time for another edition of NHL rumours for your Tuesday. We’re drawing closer to the March 3 trade deadline and plenty of players are getting looks. Some teams are trying to give certain players a fresh start in a new location. The Edmonton Oilers and general manager Ken Holland are looking to do that with one player in particular. … [Read more...] about NHL Rumours: Edmonton Oilers Winger Getting Trade Consideration
Buffalo Sabres Re-Sign Dylan Cozens to a Seven-Year Extension
Dylan Cozens has signed an extension with the Buffalo Sabres for seven years, worth an AAV value of $7.1 M. Cozens has done a great job this season elevating his play to earn the big contract. This means he will play together in the organization long term with superstar Tage Thompson. Thompson signed a seven-year deal himself in August. Dylan Cozens Signs Seven-Year Extension … [Read more...] about Buffalo Sabres Re-Sign Dylan Cozens to a Seven-Year Extension
Minnesota Wild open second-half playoff push in Arizona
The Minnesota Wild return to the ice on Monday night for the first time since Jan. 28. And it comes at an arena that has a capacity of just over 5,000 and also is the home rink for Arizona State. But the Wild are looking for points as they start the second-half push for […] Minnesota Wild open second-half playoff push in Arizona - Gone Puck Wild - Gone Puck Wild - A Minnesota … [Read more...] about Minnesota Wild open second-half playoff push in Arizona