On today's episode of Locked on Wild, we discuss expectations for the 3rd defensive pairing combination of Jon Merrill, Calen Addison and Alex Goligoski. We look at numbers from last year to determine which combination was most effective for the Wild last season, while also looking at the circumstances facing each player heading into the year. We discuss Addison's defensive struggles, Goligoski being used too much and Jon Merrill doing many of the same things Addison did while not really getting punished the same way. We look at stats projections, and where we think each player will land. We also ask the question "What do we need from a 3rd defensive pairing" to lay down some expectations.

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