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Wild
September 14, 2016
FILE - In this Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2016, file photo, an American flag flies over Capitol Hill in Washington, as lawmakers return from a 7-week break. Th

Hockey players, family members lobby Congress on issue of head injuries

Former players seek research, protections and NHL recognition of links between sports and brain injury.
Wild
September 12, 2016
10 September 2016: Zach Parise (9) fires the puck around the boards to the defence during World Cup of Hockey Pre-Tournament action at Canadian Tire C

Wild's Parise feeling fine after two World Cup exhibitions

Wild star says he had no back issues in two games.
South Metro
September 11, 2016

Obit: From HS title at Thief River, it was hockey-filled life for ex-Gopher Marv Jorde

Marvin Jorde also piled up the victories while coaching high school hockey in the Twin Cities.
Wild
September 7, 2016
Devin Setoguchi skates for Winnipeg after two seasons with the Wild.

Ex-Wild player Setoguchi opens up about substance abuse

In an interview with The Hockey News, Devin Setoguchi says depression led him to drink his NHL dream away. He'll have a second chance this fall with the Kings.
Wild
September 7, 2016

Wild's Suter named alternate captain for USA World Cup of Hockey team

Zach Parise is part of the team's leadership group as it prepares for the World Cup of Hockey.
Wild
September 2, 2016
Ryan Carter

Wild will bring Ryan Carter to training camp for a tryout

The veteran left wing hopes to earn a roster spot and contract with his team of the past two seasons.
Wild
August 31, 2016
Thin up front, Wild looking at bringing in veteran forwards for camp

Thin up front, Wild looking at bringing in veteran forwards for camp

General manager Chuck Fletcher said he feels there are still some "pretty good free agents in the market place," and new coach Bruce Boudreau wants more NHL experience for training camp.
Wild
August 26, 2016

Wild signs Gustav Bouramman to three-year contract

The Swede will mostly likely return to juniors or Sweden following training camp
Wild
August 25, 2016
The Wild's Zach Parise is one of several top NHL players helping form a new 4-on-4 summer hockey league playing Tuesday and Thursday nights at Braemar

Wild's Zach Parise says he's 'good to go' after injury

Parise, who missed the playoffs with a back injury, said his MRI on Wednesday looked "fantastic"
Golf
August 24, 2016
Before USA vs. Europe, it's Wild vs. Vikings at Hazeltine

Before USA vs. Europe, it's Wild vs. Vikings at Hazeltine

Wild players Zach Parise and Erik Haula joined former Vikings John Randle and Randall McDaniel for a friendly drive, chip and putt contest at the site of next month's Ryder Cup.
Wild
August 24, 2016
Wild fans want to hear 'Let's Go Crazy,' but how many times?

Wild fans want to hear 'Let's Go Crazy,' but how many times?

The Wild announced Tuesday it would replace its goal song to Prince's 'Let's Go Crazy!' So we decided to start getting crazy now and guess how many times the song will be played this year at Xcel Energy Center.
Wild
August 23, 2016
Prince performs in his debut movie "Purple Rain," the 1984 rock opera about a young man's search for artistic accomplishment and love.

Wild changing goal song to 'Let's Go Crazy' to honor Prince

The decision was made in response to feedback the team received from a survey it sent to season ticket holders this summer.
Wild
August 15, 2016
The Wolves and the Wild will play on the same date 41 times, up from 33 in 2015-16, during their upcoming seasons.

Fan dilemma: Wild and Wolves share 41 game days this season

The Wolves, who released their schedule Thursday, and Wild play on the same date a whopping 41 times this season — half the 82-game schedule for both teams. Included in that are 14 shared home dates, meaning they will directly compete during more than one-third of their home dates.
Gophers
August 10, 2016
Washington Capitals see bright future for ex-Gophers hockey standout Travis Boyd

Washington Capitals see bright future for ex-Gophers hockey standout Travis Boyd

Boyd was recently featured in a short documentary film recapping the Capitals summer developmental camp.
Wild
August 9, 2016
Good hockey, good crowds: Da Beauty League nearing end of successful first season

Good hockey, good crowds: Da Beauty League nearing end of successful first season

Training camp is still a month away, yet dozens of NHL players are skating for a championship cup starting tonight at Braemar Arena in Edina.
Wild
August 3, 2016
Minnesota Wild owner Craig Leipold

Wild boss Craig Leipold to buy out minority owner

The decision is driven by Leipold's desire to keep the Wild in his family long-term, which clashed with minority owner Matt Hlzier's goals.
Wild
August 2, 2016

Wild single game tickets go on sale Sept. 24

The team's home opener is Oct. 15.
Wild
July 30, 2016
Matt Cullen has his day with the Stanley Cup in Minnesota

Matt Cullen has his day with the Stanley Cup in Minnesota

Moorhead grad and St. Cloud State alum Matt Cullen of the Penguins had some fun with the Stanley Cup this weekend, much to the delight of local fans.
Wild
July 28, 2016
Minnesota Wild goalie Devan Dubnyk (40) and defenseman Matt Dumba (24) defend the goal against Dallas Stars right wing Valeri Nichushkin

Wild signs defenseman Dumba to two-year contract

The Wild on Thursday signed defenseman Matt Dumba to a two-year, $5.1 million deal. The Wild now has no further unsigned players.
July 27, 2016
Wild asks fans: Change goal song to Prince's 'Lets' Go Crazy?'

Wild asks fans: Change goal song to Prince's 'Lets' Go Crazy?'

The Wild traditionally has used Joe Satriani's "Crowd Chant" as the song played after the home team scores a goal. Should that change?