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Who says no to this hypothetical Larkin trade package, Wings or Wild?Frankly Hockey’s Frank Seravalli throws out a hypothetical trade package from the Minnesota Wild in an attempt to land Dylan Larkin, and asks co-host John Buccigross whether it would get a deal done, and if not, who…Sportsnet · 2026-10-09
Something Might Be Wrong With Wild’s Matt BoldyThe classic book series “Where’s Waldo?” might need a new addition called, “Where’s Boldy?” Matt Boldy has been close to a ghost to begin the season for the Minnesota Wild. And with all the caveats that it’s early, it’s…Heavy NHL · 2026-10-09
Wild Announce Multiple Roster MovesThe Minnesota Wild have made some changes at the bottom of their forward corps. First, Minnesota announced that they recalled forward Rieger Lorenz from the AHL’s Iowa Wild. Additionally, the Wild have reassigned…Pro Hockey Rumors · 2026-10-09
Wild Place Nick Foligno On Injured Reserve; Recall Top Prospect Rieger LorenzIn response to veteran forward Nick Foligno being placed on the injured reserve, the Minnesota Wild have recalled top prospect Rieger Lorenz from the AHL. They have also assigned Tyler Pitlick to the Iowa Wild.The Hockey News - Minnesota Wild · 2026-10-09
Wild’s injured list grows longer after Olli Maatta updateAlready battered by injuries, the Minnesota Wild lost another body Thursday when veteran defenseman Olli Maatta was a late scratch with a lower-body injury ahead of a 3-2 loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning. The 32-year-old…ClutchPoints NHL · 2026-10-09
NHL Teams’ Early-Season Numbers & What Trends May Be DevelopingWe may be only a week and a half into the 2026-27 NHL season, but there are some interesting trends in teams’ metrics worth keeping an eye on. Take these…The Hockey Writers - Minnesota Wild · 2026-10-09
3 Takeaways From the Sabres’ 4-0 Loss to the StarsThe Buffalo Sabres entered Thursday night riding high after a come-from-behind 3-2 win over the Minnesota Wild. They are hitting a tough stretch in the schedule, including Thursday night’s matchup…The Hockey Writers - Sabres · 2026-10-09
Frozen Tools Forensics: Evaluating Slow Starts for Boldy, Brady, Reinhart, Crosby, Scheifele, Bratt, and SeiderToday on Frozen Tool Forensics we are going to look at some big names with slow starts. Basically, our job today is to check in on these players and see if there is anything to their lack of production and whether folks…DobberHockey · 2026-10-09
3 Takeaways From the Wild’s 3-2 Loss to the LightningThe Minnesota Wild were in the middle of their road trip when they took on the Tampa Bay Lightning on Thursday night, Oct. 8, after suffering a rough overtime loss…The Hockey Writers - Minnesota Wild · 2026-10-09
John Hynes Not Concerned About Slow Starts From Matt Boldy, Joel Eriksson EkMatt Boldy has yet to record a point and Joel Eriksson Ek is still searching for his first goal, but Wild coach John Hynes believes both forwards are doing the right things.The Hockey News - Minnesota Wild · 2026-10-09
Lightning Morning News: The new guys are making their markLightning News The Tampa Bay Lightning capped off an undefeated opening season homestand last night with their 3-2 victory over the Minnesota Wild at Benchmark International Arena, the Lightning’s third in a row. Newly…Raw Charge · 2026-10-09
Friday Caterwaul: Florida Panthers Open ForumThe Florida Panthers are idle tonight and will continue preparations for Saturday’s homer-opener against the Minnesota Wild, who lost 3-2 to the Tampa Bay Lightning last night. We’ll get an official take on Brad…Litter Box Cats · 2026-10-09
John Carlson understands the difficult recovery facing Brock Faber after skull fractureWhile Faber's recovery will likely be different, Carlson has been through the process and come out the other side.The Athletic · 2026-10-09
Wild Start Too Little, Too Late Against LightningThat's Wild The Minnesota Wild eventually found their game against the Tampa Bay Lightning in a battle between potential Stanley Cup contenders, but it came way too late to overcome the deficit that was already in front…Hockey Wilderness · 2026-10-09
Wild stat shows how Sharks have excelled in overtime games in recent seasonsThe San Jose Sharks are the best team in the NHL when it comes to overtime.Yahoo Sports · 2026-10-09
John Carlson fait tomber la foudre sur le WildRésumé des matchs dans la LNH, le jeudi 8 octobre 2026RDS - LNH · 2026-10-09
Wild find their game, but too late to dig out of early hole vs. Lightning: TakeawaysTwo goals in the second period weren't quite enough to overcome a sloppy first period in a 3-2 loss against Tampa Bay.The Athletic - Wild · 2026-10-09
Carlson scores twice as Lightning defeat Wild, 3-2John Carlson scored twice, including the Tampa Bay Lightning’s first power play goal, as the Lightning defeated the Minnesota Wild 3-2 to extend their winning streak to three games. Anthony Cirelli had the other goal…Raw Charge · 2026-10-09
Minnesota Wild SLUGGISH start leads to LOSS against Tampa Bay LightningJudd and AJ go live following the Wild's loss to the Lightning and discuss the teams rough start on the road, the lack of production from Matt Boldy to start the season, and other lapses from the loss. Plus some…SKOR North - Wild · 2026-10-09
Wild's Olli Maatta A Late Scratch With A Lower-Body Injury; David Spacek Takes His PlaceThe Minnesota Wild announced that Olli Maatta would miss the game against the Tampa Bay Lightning due to a lower-body injury. Entering the lineup in his place is 23-year-old defenseman David Spacek.The Hockey News - Minnesota Wild · 2026-10-08
The Wild Must Navigate An Undefined Timeline For Brock Faber's RecoveryThe Minnesota Wild don’t have a definitive timeline for Brock Faber’s return, and that uncertainty is the hardest part of losing one of their most important players. Faber remains out indefinitely following surgery to…Hockey Wilderness · 2026-10-08
Wild at Lightning Preview: Hildeby set to make his Lightning debutTime: 7:00 PM EST Location: Benchmark International Arena TV/Stream/Radio: The Spot, Wild+, ESPN+ 102.5 The Bone Odds: Lightning -130 Know the Opponents: Hockey Wilderness Dynamic playmaker who can single-handedly take…Raw Charge · 2026-10-08
(10-8-26) Wild Vs. Lightning: Game Preview, Projected Lineups, Key Storylines and MoreThe Minnesota Wild look to remain unbeaten in regulation on Thursday against the Tampa Bay Lightning. Here’s everything to know, including projected lineups, starting goaltenders and key storylines.The Hockey News - Minnesota Wild · 2026-10-08
NHL rumors: Panthers offered free agent Vladimir Tarasenko a contract in JulyThe puck has dropped on the 2026-27 NHL season, but veteran winger Vladimir Tarasenko is still watching from the outside despite coming off a 23-goal campaign with the Minnesota Wild. The 34-year-old finished with 23…ClutchPoints NHL · 2026-10-08
Wild's Nick Foligno To Miss Next Two Games With Upper-Body Injury; Considered Day-To-DayThe Minnesota Wild will be without Nick Foligno for the next two games as coach John Hynes confirms the veteran forward is day-to-day with an upper-body injury.The Hockey News - Minnesota Wild · 2026-10-08
Wild Player To Watch: Joel Eriksson Ek Looks To Find Scoring Touch Against LightningJoel Eriksson Ek is still searching for his first goal of the season, but the Wild center has enjoyed plenty of success against Tampa Bay throughout his career.The Hockey News - Minnesota Wild · 2026-10-08
NHL rumors: Panthers’ Brad Marchand injury is ‘weeks, not months’The Florida Panthers return to the ice on Saturday night, facing the Minnesota Wild. They will be without Brad Marchand in that game. Marchand left the Tuesday game against the Los Angeles Kings due to an injury. Now,…ClutchPoints NHL · 2026-10-08
NHL Predictions: Tampa Bay Lightning vs Minnesota Wild; October 8thWelcome back to NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey break down the action with in-depth analysis. We look at key matchups, storylines, and stats, then make predictions based on how things…Last Word On Hockey - Lightning · 2026-10-08
Major question mark for Lightning could get first answer in game vs WildThe Lightning entered this season hoping to see better results from their backup goalie, and Hildeby posted good numbers on a struggling Maple Leafs teamBolts by the Bay · 2026-10-08
(10-8-26) Wild Vs. Lightning: Goaltending MatchupJesper Wallstedt will make his fourth consecutive start for Minnesota on Thursday, while Dennis Hildeby will make his first start with Tampa Bay.The Hockey News - Minnesota Wild · 2026-10-08