Alex Goligoski

It Was a Weird Night for the Wild in Montreal

The name of the game for the Minnesota Wild against the Montreal Canadiens was “special teams.” For a team that was playing 11 forwards and six defensemen, they didn’t show any sign of fatigue. After starting the two-game Canadian road trip with an acceptable 21 players, they lost both Matt Boldy and Alex Goligoski before […]

What Will the MN Wild Lineup Look Like in Montreal?

After a whirlwind first two games for the Minnesota Wild, the lineup continues to change. Jared Spurgeon’s injury during the preseason seems to have set off a chain reaction of other lineup changes. So, who will be in the lineup? Here’s a preview of how the Wild might handle it. How is Jared Spurgeon’s Injury? […]

Preview of the Minnesota Wild 2023-24 Season

Opening night is almost here for the Minnesota Wild. After the last two seasons ended with heartbreaking first-round playoff exits, could this be the year where they push through the mental block and make a deeper playoff run? Here’s a preview of each offensive line and defensive pairing to start the season. Top Line Needs […]

What Are Waivers and How Do They Affect the Wild Roster?

Today, four players from the Minnesota Wild training camp were put on waivers to be assigned to the Iowa Wild. Dakota Mermis, Jujhar Khaira, Vinni Lettieri, and Nic Petan. Why did the Wild put them on waivers? Won’t someone claim them? How come Sammy Walker wasn’t placed on waivers? And what does this mean for […]

Blackhawks Prospect Samuel Savoie Suffers Injury Against Wild

In his preseason debut, forward Samuel Savoie suffered a lower-body injury against the Minnesota Wild. He went legs first into the boards of the Xcel Energy Center on Sept. 30. Savoie was stretchered off of the ice with under three minutes left in the second period and stayed in Minnesota to receive further medical care. […]

The Five Biggest Questions for the Minnesota Wild Regular Season

For the past two seasons, the Minnesota Wild have failed to make it out of the first round of the playoffs despite a talented lineup of players. As the 2023-24 season gets ever closer, here are the five biggest questions the Wild will need to answer. When will Marco Rossi get top-line minutes? The topic […]

What Does Calen Addison Need to Do This Season?

The Minnesota Wild announced today that they re-signed defenseman Calen Addison to a one-year, $825,000 contract. Training Camp starts today and the Wild will now have a full roster from the first day. Addison was extended a qualifying offer by the Wild at the beginning of the summer but he did not sign it. Negotiations […]

Who Will Be Jon Merrill’s Defensive Partner?

Jon Merrill signed a one-year deal with the Minnesota Wild on July 29, 2021. Endearing himself to fans with his facial hair, missing tooth, and wild mullet, Merrill quickly established himself as a valuable defensive depth piece for the Wild. Merrill signed a three-year contract extension in January 2022. Last Season Merrill spent last season […]

Alex Goligoski Still Has Some Hockey Left In Him

A Minnesota boy drafted in the second round of the 2004 NHL Draft by the Pittsburgh Penguins, Alex Goligoski has had a long hockey career that includes a successful run to the Cup in 2009 with the Penguins. The 2023-24 season will be his 16th full season in the league. He’s played for the Penguins, […]

Takeaways from the Bill Guerin Mid-Season media availability

Minnesota Wild General manager Bill Guerin met with media, giving more clarity with rumors and potential moves being made. He also provided insight into his opinion of where the team is right now.