Locked On Wild - Your Daily Minnesota Wild Podcast

On today's episode of Locked on Wild, Alexis Pearson of the Bardown Beauties Podcast joins the show! We start by recapping the Joel Eriksson Ek and Nick Bjugstad extensions, and why Eriksson Ek is an important player but not a top line center. We also discuss how Bjugstad can be an impact player on the 4th line for the Wild, but if these two signings are meant to be impact additions the Wild are in trouble.

We move to Kirill Kaprizov's contract extension negotiations. If both parties are doing what they need to do with years and dollars, can one side win in the end? We also discuss how important it is to get Kirill a better center (nothing personal Victor Rask). We finish by discussing the expansion draft and Alexis lays out a couple of surprise players she is coming to terms with the Wild potentially losing, including Cam Talbot.

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On today's episode of Locked on Wild, we start by looking at the 8 year extension signed by Joel Eriksson Ek. Did the Wild sign JEEK at a good rate? Did they bank on a production level he can reach? Will this contract look like a bargain by the time it's done? We then move to the Wild re-signing Nick Bjugstad. What line does Bjugstad fit best on? What sorts of expectations do we need to set on his performance? We finish the episode with another Expansion Draft Pop Quiz. This time the Kraken select Victor Rask. Who do the Wild get to fill his roster spot? Does Ryan Hartman or Nick Bjugstad need to then fill a center slot?

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On today's episode of Locked on Wild, Thomas Welch and Josh Hyman of Locked on join for an epic 4th of July crossover episode. All 3 hosts start by constructing their ideal July 4th plate, and no addition is a bad one. We all then discuss the best type of celebration for independence day.

We move to actual hockey where Thomas and Josh ask Seth whether or not Kirill Kaprizov would actually leave the Wild for the KHL. They then ask where the WIld fit in amongst Central division teams with things going back to conference play next season. Seth finishes by asking Thomas and Josh where the Blues are actually at, if they are rebuilding or are serious contenders next season.

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On today's episode of Locked on Wild we simulate the first half of the first round of the 2021 NHL Draft with picks made by other Locked on NHL hosts. Each host gives their reasoning for their pick, starting with the Buffalo Sabres selecting Luke Hughes at #1. From there we move through the first round all the way to the New York Rangers at 15. Were there any surprises? Did anyone at the top slide further than they should have? Who went higher than they were projected? Tune in and find out!

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On today's episode of Locked on Wild, Gabe Foley of Recruit Scouting joins the show to help introduce us to the 2021 NHL Draft. We keep things mostly to an introductory level by looking at some of the top prospects in this year's draft class, and try to dispel the notion that there is such a thing as a "weak or strong" draft. Gabe gives us some potential fits for the Wild at 21 and 25, including several intriguing center prospects and some defenseman Gabe thinks would look great in a Wild sweater. We finish by looking at sleeper prospects in later rounds that are sure to make a big impact for whoever drafts them.

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On today's episode of Locked on Wild, Jack Bushman of Locked on Blackhawks joins for a crossover episode! We discuss the 2010 scandal currently unfolding surrounding the team and it's fallout, and what still needs to be done. We move on to discussing last year's team, and players who stood out and surprised during an up and down season for Chicago. We also discuss offseason objectives for both the Blackhawks and Wild, and who might be taken in the Seattle Expansion Draft. In a season out West it feels good to be talking with normal Central Division teams again!

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On today's episode of Locked on Wild, Alex Micheletti joins the show to preview what will be a busy offseason for the Wild. Before the Wild talk, we preview the Stanley Cup Final between Tampa Bay and Montreal, and if the Canadiens still have enough magic left in the tank to take down the Lightning. We start our Wild discussion by recapping the season and Alex lists several players he felt exceeded expectations including Kevin Fiala, Joel Eriksson Ek and others. We discuss whether or not Bill Guerin and Dean Evason are the right combo to lead this franchise for the foreseeable future.

We move on to Kirill Kaprizov, whether or not he's the best player in franchise history already, and if his recent contract news is just a bluff or if there is legitimate steam to him returning to the KHL. We also look at if Jack Eichel is worth what will likely be a hefty price tag. We finish by discussing which Wild players could be potentially traded or lost in the expansion draft, and finally discuss some killer line combination ideas for next year depending on who is on the roster.

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On today's episode of Locked on Wild, Nash Walker of Locked on Twins and Ben Beecken of Locked on Wolves join for a Minnesota sports roundtable discussion. We start by recapping the NBA Draft lottery and recap the season for the Timberwolves. Is Anthony Edwards a superstar? Do we like the direction the team is heading? What do the Wolves need in order to take a leap next year and beyond?

As for the Wild, we discuss how impressed we all were with Kirill Kaprizov, and how Bill Guerin helped accelerate the timeline for the Wild's contention for a Stanley Cup. We also look at what the Wild still need to become serious contenders, and if they can become the first of the Core 4 Minnesota teams to win a championship since 1991.

As far as the Twins are concerned, we look at what has gone wrong this season for the Twins. We also discuss the few bright spots, including Alex Kirilloff and Trevor Larnach. We also discuss whether or not the Twins can get things turned around quickly, or if this is a multiple season problem that requires a few different solutions. We finish by discussing which Minnesota team has the best chance to break the Minnesota Sports curse.

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On today's episode of Locked on Wild, Seth is joined by former NHL Defenseman Andy Sutton. Andy talks about memories from his playing career, his early days with the Wild, changing positions, and how the game has changed since he retired. We discuss the current state of the Stanley Cup Playoffs and look at who will win the cup. We also discuss his role with Verbero Hockey and how Verbero is trying to change the hockey equipment landscape.

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On today's episode of Locked on Wild, we take our first Expansion Draft pop quiz. This time the Kraken select Matt Dumba. We then move to how the Wild react to fill Dumba's roster spot by looking at what Calen Addison brings to the table, how he can help the Wild and if he's ready for an expanded role next season.

We then evaluate the 2020-21 season for Cam Talbot. We look at the expectations for Talbot heading into the season, and how he exceeded them this year. What do the advanced stats tell us about his performance? Where did Talbot succeed most? Where can he improve?

We finish by evaluating Kaapo Kahkonen's 2020-21 season. How did Kahkonen handle his first full season in the NHL? What did the advanced stats tell us about his performance? Where does Kaapo need to improve heading into next season? Do we think he has what it takes to be a starter or is he more suited as a backup?

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