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Gophers
Going to Carolina, LaFontaine leaves 'piece of his heart' with Gophers
Goalie Jack LaFontaine is the first Gophers player to leave for the NHL midseason in nearly 15 years, signing with the Hurricanes on Sunday.
Wild
Fiala gets reprieve after penalty binge, helps Wild to dramatic victory
After being benched for three penalties in less than five minutes, Kevin Fiala made amends with his offense — including the game-winner in the shootout win over Washington.
Gophers
Gophers star goalie LaFontaine leaves team to sign NHL deal
In a stunning move, Jack LaFontaine signed with the Carolina Hurricanes, ending his Gophers career a day after he helped Minnesota to a series sweep at Michigan State.
Wild
Injured Kaprizov misses Wild game and matchup against complimentary Ovechkin
Washington star Alex Ovechkin called Minnesota's young forward an "obviously talented player"
Wild
Wild pulls off improbable 3-2 shootout win over Capitals
Missing nine players, the Wild took advantage of an own goal by Washington, and scored again in the game's final minute before picking up the extra point in the shootout.
Wild
Wild-Washington game recap
A quick look at Saturday night's dramatic comeback.
Business
Minnesota's pro teams find new source of revenue with ad placement on uniforms
The Minnesota Timberwolves, Wild and Vikings all entered new agreements for jersey and helmet ad placements in 2021.
Wild
Ovechkin, Capitals to face undermanned Wild at Xcel Energy Center
Washington captain Alex Ovechkin comes to town as the NHL's third-leading scorer, with his team playing well on road
Wild
Injured Kaprizov won't play Saturday; loss stings as Wild prepares to face Capitals
Coach Dean Evason says Thursday night's hit on Wild forward Kirill Kaprizov was not "a hockey play" and a big loss to his team and the NHL.
Sports
Cheap hit knocks out Kirill Kaprizov; Gophers hoops with Marcus Fuller
The Wild got a much-needed win over Pittsburgh but it came with great cost. Plus, Marcus Fuller joins to talk Gophers hoops and Mark Craig shares his NFL picks.
Wild
Kaprizov injured via 'predatorial hit' in Wild's 3-2 victory over Boston
Kirill Kaprizov left in the second period after getting boarded by Boston's Trent Frederic, who received a minor penalty to go along with a major for fighting the Dmitry Kulikov after the hit.
Wild
Wild's Boldy lives a dream, scoring game-winner vs. Bruins in NHL debut
The forward, who grew up in nearby Millis, Mass., and played at Boston College, had nine family members and several college teammates in the stands at TD Garden cheering him on.
Wild
Thursday's Wild-Boston game recap
A quick look at Thursday night's game as the Wild returned to the ice.
Wild
Wild's Duhaime out vs. Bruins after positive COVID-19 test
The Wild, looking for its first win since Dec. 9, could be down one more player on Thursday when the team faces off against the Bruins at TD Garden.
Sports
Wanting more from Cousins (again); Wild youth movement begins
On Thursday's Daily Delivery podcast, host Michael Rand dissects Cousins' first comments since missing Sunday's game against Green Bay.
Local
With new COVID mandates, Vikings, Wild fans will have to mask up
The policy also applies to the Timberwolves, who don't have a home game until Jan. 16.
Wild
Rask clears waivers for Wild, headed for taxi squad; Bjugstad sidelined
Center Victor Rask, in the final year of a six-year, $24 million contract, can be on the taxi squad for a maximum of 20 consecutive days.
Wild
With Talbot out, Kahkonen steps in as Wild's starting goalie
The Finland native's nine-game winning streak last season was fifth longest by a rookie in NHL history.
Wild
Wild calls up first-round picks Boldy, Rossi from minor leagues
Matt Boldy and Marco Rossi, 20-year-old forwards and the Wild's two top prospects, could make their NHL debuts when the team plays in Boston on Thursday night.
Wild
Wild winger Greenway in COVID protocols, goalie Talbot injured
The team could also elevate one of its top prospects, Matt Boldy or Marco Rossi, on Tuesday as it prepares for Thursday's game in Boston.
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Around the NHL
- Trocheck's power-play goal lifts Rangers to 4-3 win over Hurricanes in 2OT for 2-0 series lead
- Wood scores 11:03 in OT as Avalanche finish off 3-goal comeback to beat Stars 4-3 to open 2nd round
- The San Jose Sharks win the NHL draft lottery and right to No. 1 pick for 1st time in team history
- PWHL Playoffs: Women's hockey takes center stage in Toronto while Knight and Poulin renew rivalry
- Bruins-Panthers getting set for Game 1. Canucks-Oilers ready to open their series
- St. Louis Blues remove interim tag and name Drew Bannister full-time coach
- Toronto treads lightly, choosing 4th-place Minnesota over 3rd-place Boston as PWHL playoff opponent
- Swayman stops 38 shots, Bruins roll past Panthers 5-1 for 1-0 series lead
- After special teams play keyed Rangers' series-opening win, Hurricanes focused on getting better
- PWHL's strong first season coincides with a growing appetite for women's sports
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