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Wild
December 14, 2017

Postgame: Wild finally wins one in regulation

After requiring overtime or a shootout to eke out two points in each of its previous three games, the Wild finally stymied a team in 60 minutes – posting a clean 2-0 win over the Maple Leafs Thursday at Xcel Energy.
Wild
December 14, 2017
Here's a sad, amazing story about former Wild enforcer Matt Johnson

Here's a sad, amazing story about former Wild enforcer Matt Johnson

The parents of one-time Wild enforcer Matt Johnson haven't seen him in more than a decade, and the last anyone heard Johnson was homeless and living on a beach in California.
Wild
December 14, 2017
Devan Dubnyk and Alex Stalock celebrated after a victory earlier this month.

Stalock's the man amid uncertainty about extent of Dubnyk injury

Devan Dubnyk underwent an MRI on Wednesday as the Wild went forward with plans to rely on Alex Stalock, who replaced Dubnyk on Tuesday and was in goal for Sunday's victory.
Wild
December 14, 2017
Dubnyk out for at least a week with lower-body injury

Dubnyk out for at least a week with lower-body injury

The team recalled goalie Steve Michalek from the Iowa Wild to be Alex Stalock's back-up while Dubnyk is unable to play.
Wild
December 13, 2017

Wild-Maple Leafs gameday preview

The Wild has grabbed at least a point in 12 of its past 16 games and has won four in a row on home ice. It's 6-0-1 overall in its past seven home games.
Wild
December 13, 2017
Dubnyk scheduled to undergo MRI on lower-body injury

Dubnyk scheduled to undergo MRI on lower-body injury

Goalie Devan Dubnyk was scheduled to undergo an MRI Wednesday afternoon on the lower-body injury he suffered during Tuesday's game at the X.
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.