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Gophers
July 26, 2019
Alaska Anchorage's Jeremiah Luedtke awaits the puck during an NCAA college hockey game against Michigan Tech, Friday, Jan. 25, 2019, in Anchorage, Ala

WCHA's uncertainty grows with Alaska financial emergency

The WCHA will have men's hockey this season, but it remains uncertain if the Alaska programs will survive and be part of it.
Wild
July 25, 2019
Minnesota-Duluth Bulldogs forward Riley Tufte (27) and Minnesota Golden Gophers forward Darian Romanko (26) tussled during the third period of a game

College hockey guide: Conference schedules, updates and more

Here's where to go for information about men's and women's college hockey conferences around the United States. Tap here for schedules, statistics and more.
Gophers
July 25, 2019
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Wild
July 25, 2019
Players from Team Walser (in blue) and Team Tradition battled for the puck during Da Beauty League play on Wednesday, July 24, at Braemar Arena in Edi

Summer hockey fun: Da Beauty League is back in town

An interesting mix featuring NHL stars, journeymen, prospects and college players is honing its skills and preparing for the upcoming season at Edina's Braemar Arena.
Wild
July 17, 2019
After all the reshuffling, did the Wild gain in talent or flexibility?

After all the reshuffling, did the Wild gain in talent or flexibility?

Barring anything dramatic, the Wild's offseason activity might be drawing to a close.
Wild
July 16, 2019
Wild re-signs Ryan Donato, Nico Sturm and Carson Soucy

Wild re-signs Ryan Donato, Nico Sturm and Carson Soucy

The Wild addressed three of its seven restricted free agents Tuesday, re-signing Ryan Donato, Nico Sturm and Carson Soucy.
Wild
July 13, 2019
Minnesota Wild left wing Zach Parise (11) was congratulated by his line mates after his second period goal tied the game 1-1. ] JEFF WHEELER •

NHL stands out when strengths of major pro leagues are pondered

Out of the NFL, NBA, NHL and MLB, which league strikes the best balance when it comes to all-around fairness and ability for its teams to compete? Michael Rand and Chip Scoggins have their answers.
Wild
July 10, 2019
Matt Cullen, right, with the Wild in 2018

Former Wild forward Matt Cullen says he's retiring at age 42

Cullen, who grew up in Moorhead, had two stints with the Wild, from 2010-2013 and again for the 2017-18 season.
Wild
July 8, 2019
The Dallas Stars' Mats Zuccarello (36) celebrates his first-period goal against the St. Louis Blues' David Perron (57) during Game 7 of the Western Co

Boudreau exploring Wild's options for Zuccarello and Hartman

Free-agent additions add flexibility in shaping the Wild's lines.
Wild
July 6, 2019
With San Jose Sharks defenseman Brent Burns (88) checking him from behind, Minnesota Wild left wing Jason Zucker (16) lined up a first period shot.

Projected Wild depth chart

Some possibilities for how lines and defensive pairings will shape up this season.
Wild
July 4, 2019
Mats Zuccarello

Zuccarello: Wild was a team that 'wanted me the most'

A self-described "hockey nerd" new Wild forward Mats Zuccarello made it clear he felt coveted — a message the team was able to convey during the interview period leading up to the start of NHL free agency.
Wild
July 1, 2019
Ryan Hartman, know as a gritty agitator, spent the final weeks of last season with the Flyers following a trade, then was dealt to Dallas before signi

Hartman goes from Flyers to Stars to Wild in matter of days

The Wild see Hartman as someone who is hard to play against, can make life difficult on the opponent and skates as an agitator with the ability to draw penalties and swing momentum.
Wild
July 1, 2019

NHL free agent deals so far

Here's a wrapup of the deals that went down in the opening days of NHL free agency:
Wild
July 1, 2019
The Dallas Stars' Mats Zuccarello (36) celebrates his first-period goal against the St. Louis Blues' David Perron (57) during Game 7 of the Western Co

Wild adds Zuccarello, Hartman in free agency

The well-traveled right wingers have combined for 756 NHL games.
Wild
July 1, 2019
The new bosses of the Timberwolves and Wild -- Gersson Rosas, left, and Paul Fenton -- weren't able to make much of an impact in the opening days of N

Scoggins: New Wolves, Wild bosses miss out on free-agency prizes

Welcome to Minnesota, Gersson Rosas and Paul Fenton. The start of free agency for the NBA and NHL left fans of the two local teams feeling a mixture of disappointment and anger. Perhaps some resignation, too.
Wild
July 1, 2019

Meet new Wild forward Mats Zuccarello

Find out a little more about the Norwegian-born right wing.
Wild
July 1, 2019
Phil Kessel

Coyotes get Kessel from Penguins

The former Gophers player and a Wisconsin native, had 27 goals and 55 assists last season, his fourth with the Penguins
Gophers
June 30, 2019
Minnesota State Mankato head coach Mike Hastings talks with his players during the third period of the WCHA Final Five college championship hockey gam

Seven schools, including Mankato, Bemidji State, begin process of leaving WCHA

The three current members of the WCHA men's league that aren't involved in the move are the ones that are the furthest away from the Minnesota-based conference — Alabama Huntsville, Alaska and Alaska Anchorage.
Wild
June 29, 2019
San Jose Sharks center Joe Pavelski (8) celebrates after scoring a goal against the Colorado Avalanche during the first period of Game 7 of an NHL hoc

Wild could be in the free agency mix for Pavelski

The San Jose captain and proven scorer is likely to leave the Sharks for greener pastures.
Wild
June 28, 2019

Possible targets for Wild in NHL free agency

A look at five players the Wild could target this offseason.