The Hockey Loons

The Hockey Loons

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The Hockey Loons episodes

  • Minnesota Wild Remain Hot
    The Minnesota Wild are victorious again as they hang on to beat the Washington Capitals on Sunday behind a strong game from Jesper Wallstedt. The Hockey Loons recap another great game for the State of Hockey's favorite team and debate what the Wild should do in net when Filip Gustavsson returns from injury. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    27 min
  • Minnesota Wild: Road Warriors
    What does the Minnesota Wild's early season road success tell us about their season outlook? With a few more impressive road wins this week, the Hockey Loons are back to discuss what it means for the rest of the season. And of course, you can't discuss the Wild these days and NOT mention Quinn Hughes or Dylan Larkin. Justin Hein, Luke Sims, and Justin Wiggins are back to bring you their weekly recap of the Minnesota Wild and look ahead to potential moves on the horizon. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    54 min
  • Clash of Western Conference Titans
    Luke Sims and Justin Wiggins are back as The Hockey Loons preview the Minnesota Wild's massive clash against the Edmonton Oilers this week. With both teams being a top-line heavy team, how should the Wild handle the likes of Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl on the road? Plus, the Dylan Larkin trade talks are heating up just as Danila Yurov is breaking out. Does this change the potential trade package in a deal for the Detroit Red Wings' captain? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    43 min
  • Rivalry Edition - Expansion Draft Cousins
    It's Rivalry Time! The Hockey Loons are thrilled to be joined for a special episode this week alongside Laura Norman and Jeremy Paul with CBJectively Speaking - a THPN show focused on the Columbus Blue Jackets. Justin Hein sits down with both to provide Minnesota Wild fans with a preview of their upcoming game on October 18th as we get you ready for another rivalry game verse the Wild's expansion cousins back in 2000. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    27 min
  • Can the Defensive Core of the Wild Keep This Up?
    The Minnesota Wild are off to a solid start to their season even without Brock Faber anchoring the blue line alongside Quinn Hughes. Franchise stalwarts Jared Spurgeon and Jonas Brodin are key components of the stingy team defense through the early parts of the season, but can they keep it up? Have any of the young defenseman shown enough to be relied upon should more injuries hit the blue line? Justin Hein and Luke Sims are back this week to discuss the early season highlights, as well as previewing the week ahead for the Minnesota Wild. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    30 min
  • Way Too Early Season Thoughts
    Yes, the Minnesota Wild season just started. But that doesn't mean we can't come in off the top rope with our early season thoughts and concerns! It's Justin Hein, Luke Sims, and Justin Wiggins back again for their first in-season episode of the 2026-27 season! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    55 min
  • 2026-27 Minnesota Wild Season Preview
    The Minnesota Wild are Stanley Cup contenders and the new season is finally here! The Hockey Loons are here to provide the best season preview you can find! The usuals of Justin Wiggins, Luke Sims, and Justin Hein are joined by guest Jayden Homuth as they give their predictions for the Minnesota Wild this season. Who is the biggest X-Factor? Will the roster changes be enough to get them over the hump? And of course, how this much anticipated season will end for the boys in forest green. Let's dive in! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    46 min
  • Minnesota Wild Roster Hopefuls: Who Makes and Impact?
    The Minnesota Wild's roster is mostly set, yet there are a few intriguing young players attempting to stamp their mark. Could any of the roster hopefuls make the team out of camp? More importantly, what would a successful season look like for some of guys the Wild are hoping will make an impact sooner than later? The Hockey Loons break it all down in their latest show as they discuss the immediate futures of Daemon Hunt, Reiger Lorenz, Hunter Haight, and Charlie Stramel. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    32 min
  • Drafting From the Current Minnesota Wild Roster
    After multiple episodes discussing the Quinn Hughes contract saga, the Hockey Loons needed a break. Time for some fun! Justin Hein, Luke Sims, and Justin Wiggins have a blast drafting a starting six from the current Minnesota Wild roster. Who will go first overall? Shocking: it wasn't Hughes...But more importantly, whose team would win in a round robin tournament? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    26 min
  • Minnesota Wild 2026-27 Big Picture Outlook
    Tony Abbott from hockeywilderness.com is our guest this week! With Justin Hein out, Tony, Luke Sims, and Justin Wiggins discuss big picture outlooks for the Minnesota Wild this season. Ranging from what has us excited most to what is keeping us up at night about this team, the guys touch on Brock Faber, Maxim Shabanov, Jesper Wallstedt and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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    41 min

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Justin Wiggins, Luke Sims, and Justin Hein discuss the latest Minnesota Wild news. Join them weekly for a wide-ranging conversation about the Wild and related NHL news.