Connor Dewar
Which Players Are the Wild Likely to Re-Sign?
The Minnesota Wild are unlikely to make the playoffs this year, although there still is a slight chance. That means that Trade Deadline might be a quieter affair this year with more selling for draft picks than anything else. Bill Guerin went through a flurry of re-signings at the beginning of the season, but who […]
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The Minnesota Wild Family Tree: 2023-24 Season
Disclaimer: All off-the-wall comments are meant with love—the fans who bond over the vibes part of hockey love every player. Everything typed below or in other Wild Lore pieces is meant with affection. The Minnesota Wild is a hockey team with amazing vibes. With a family-like feeling that has resulted in an elaborate yet shockingly […]
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Game Recap: Minnesota Wild vs. Carolina Hurricanes | 01/21/2024
The Minnesota Wild are making up for lost time. After a win against the Florida Panthers despite more injuries, the Wild pulled off another win against the Carolina Hurricanes. Despite a large imbalance of shots on goal, especially in the first period, the Wild were able to hold off an offensive onslaught from the Canes. […]
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Game Recap: Minnesota Wild vs. Florida Panthers | 01/19/2024
After a disappointing loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning on the first game of their back-to-back road series, the Minnesota Wild pulled out a 6-4 win against the Florida Panthers. In a completely wacky game that seemed to have a little bit of everything, the Wild showed that they aren’t down and out yet. Quick […]
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NHL Game Recap: Minnesota Wild vs. Tampa Bay Lightning | 01/18/2024
After an important home win on Monday night, the Minnesota Wild lost 7-3 against the Tampa Bay Lightning on the road. While the first two periods remained close, the Lightning ran away with it in the third period. Quick Recap Final Score: 7-3 Tampa Bay PIMS: 18 minutes combined Shots on goal: 38-33 Tampa Bay […]
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Game Recap: Minnesota Wild vs. Calgary Flames | 01/02/2024
The Minnesota Wild lost to the Calgary Flames at home 3-1 during Tuesday’s game. The Wild battled hard, but their depleted lineup was not able to get the offensive push that they needed to beat the Flames. Quick Recap Final Score: 3-1 Flames PIMS: 12 minutes combined, despite plenty of physicality and scrums Shots on […]
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Meeting of the Rookies: Preview of the Wild vs. Blackhawks Game
On Sunday, 12/3, the Chicago Blackhawks come to town to face the Minnesota Wild. This will be the first regular-season meeting between the Wild and the Blackhawks. Even during the pre-season match-up in St. Paul, the Blackhawks did not have Connor Bedard skate, so this will be the first time that Minnesota fans can see […]
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Do The Wild Have a Plan?
The Minnesota Wild lost their 7th game in a row against the Detroit Red Wings today. Despite leading the Red Wings in shots 38-23, the Wild lost 4-1. Even though they looked good in the second period, outshooting the Red Wings 15-6, it still wasn’t enough when they came back for the third. Each team […]
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OPINION: The NHL Picks an Embarrassing Hill to Die On
Tonight is Native American Heritage Night for the Minnesota Wild. Marc-Andre Fleury had a special mask designed by artist Cole Redhorse Taylor to honor his wife Veronique, who is native. But the NHL, in an incredibly embarrassing move, told him that he cannot wear it, even just for warm-ups. At first, Fleury considered wearing it […]
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The Wild Need to Turn It Around in Sweden
While they might have a little fun, the Minnesota Wild know they’re actually on a business trip. They arrived in Sweden on Tuesday afternoon and had their first practice on Wednesday morning. The team has an off day on Thursday, followed by another practice on Friday. Then, the Wild will play a back-to-back against the […]
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