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Wild
December 13, 2017
Matt Cullen (7) celebrated after scoring a goal in the first period.

Stalock steps up for injured Dubnyk, saves Wild in shootout win

Alex Stalock made 16 saves in relief and turned aside another four in the shootout as the Wild won its third straight game and went to 6-0-1 in its last seven games at the X.
Wild
December 13, 2017

Wild 2, Calgary 1 (shootout)

The Wild edged the Calgary Flames 2-1 in a shootout at Xcel Energy Center on Tuesday evening.
Wild
December 13, 2017
Ever since his promotion from the AHL, defenseman Ryan Murphy hasn't left the Wild lineup — capitalizing on the chance to pick up regular minutes wi

Wild's Murphy proving he can provide depth on blue line

Ever since his promotion from the AHL, Ryan Murphy hasn't left the lineup — capitalizing on the chance to pick up regular minutes with Jared Spurgeon on the mend.
Wild
December 12, 2017

Wild-Calgary game recap

Wild goalie Alex Stalock made 16 saves in relief of Devan Dubnyk, who left the game injured.
Wild
December 12, 2017
Postgame: Wild had emergency goalie with familiar name ready if needed

Postgame: Wild had emergency goalie with familiar name ready if needed

The Wild didn't need to trot out a third goaltender Tuesday, but the team had one ready in Connor Beaupre.
Wild
December 12, 2017
A failure for so long, Wild suddenly is a master of the 'extra point'

A failure for so long, Wild suddenly is a master of the 'extra point'

Being good in 3-on-3 and shootouts doesn't matter in the postseason since the playoffs feature traditional overtime periods. But being good at it can enhance your playoff position
Wild
December 12, 2017
After his defensive partner Jared Spurgeon went down last month because of a groin strain, the play of Ryan Suter (20) in his own end only seemed to b

Suter's surge supplies stability during tough times for Wild

Ryan Suter hasn't just taken care of his responsibilities in front of the Wild's net. He's been a stabilizing presence all over the ice during the team's struggles.
Wild
December 12, 2017
Minnesota Wild defenseman Jared Spurgeon (46) cleared the puck towards into Columbus' zone in the first period Saturday.

Wild kicks off homestand with hopes Spurgeon will return soon

Wild coach Bruce Boudreau hopes defenseman Jared Spurgeon, who's been sidelined since Nov.27 with a groin strain, is an option to play at some point this week.
Wild
December 12, 2017

Wild-Calgary game preview

Since Nov. 14, the Wild is 5-0-1 on home ice — its longest point streak at Xcel Energy Center since going 8-0 Nov. 23-Dec. 29, 2016.
Wild
December 11, 2017

Wild's Suter among league's minutes played leaders

Ryan Suter is again among the NHL leaders in minutes played per game.
Wild
December 11, 2017
Minnesota Wild's Nino Niederreiter (22), center, is mobbed by teammates after his game-winning goal during overtime of an NHL hockey game against the

Overtime goal rescues Wild from Sharks after blown three-goal lead

Signs of a collapse popped up amid a string of seven penalties by the Wild — a lopsided advantage the Sharks used to generate momentum and rally. Then, Nino Niederreiter rescued his team.
Wild
December 11, 2017
Wild signs third-round pick Lodnia

Wild signs third-round pick Lodnia

The California-born center plays for the Erie Otters of the Ontario Hockey League.
Wild
December 11, 2017
Minnesota Wild goalie Alex Stalock (32) is beaten for a goal on a shot from San Jose Sharks' Brent Burns during the third period of an NHL hockey game

Postgame: Penalties sting but don't sink Wild

Although the Wild was ultimately able to persevere, pulling out a 4-3 win in overtime, the parade to the penalty box nearly cost the team.
Wild
December 10, 2017
Minnesota Wild goalie Alex Stalock stops a shot against the San Jose Sharks during the second period of an NHL hockey game Sunday, Dec. 10, 2017, in S

Stalock grateful to Sharks for support through severe injury

The Sharks re-signed current Wild goalie Alex Stalock while he was sidelined from a severe cut to the back of his leg — a gesture that made Sunday's reunion extra meaningful.
Wild
December 10, 2017

Wild-San Jose game recap

A look back at Sunday night's game.
Wild
December 10, 2017
Minnesota Wild head coach Bruce Boudreau huddles with his players during a timeout in December.

Win over Sharks would make Wild's road trip a success

The Wild ensured it didn't return home emptyhanded after securing an overtime win over the Ducks Friday, but whether or not this three-game road swing through California is considered a success likely depends on the result of Sunday's finale against the Sharks in San Jose.
Wild
December 9, 2017
Anaheim Ducks left wing Kevin Roy, left, moves the puck defended by Minnesota Wild right wing Nino Niederreiter during overtime of an NHL hockey game

Wild eyes victory over Ducks as streak-starting spark

If it can get by the Sharks on Sunday in the Western trip finale, the schedule could help the Wild find a groove with its ensuing three games at Xcel Energy Center.
Wild
December 9, 2017

Gameday preview: Wild at San Jose

This is the final stop on the Wild's three-game California road trip, which began with a 5-2 loss to the Kings before the Wild secured a 3-2 overtime win over the Ducks on Friday.
Wild
December 9, 2017
Minnesota Wild goalie Alex Stalock (32) looks on after Winnipeg Jets' Mathieu Perreault (85) scored during second period NHL hockey action in Winnipeg

Wild could turn to Alex Stalock in trip finale vs. Sharks

The Wild found a formula that worked Friday against the Ducks, pulling out a 3-2 win in overtime to improve to 1-1 on its three-game tour of California, but the team could mix up its look for the trip finale Sunday in San Jose
Wild
December 9, 2017
Minnesota Wild defenseman Matt Dumba (24) scores on Anaheim Ducks goalie John Gibson during overtime of an NHL hockey game in Anaheim, Calif., Friday,

Mr. OT: Dumba's goal gives Wild extra point vs. Anaheim

For the second overtime game in a row - and fourth time in his career - Matt Dumba scored for the Wild in the 5-minute extra session.