The Wild's week ahead

February 26, 2012 at 6:48AM

Sunday: vs. San Jose, 5 p.m. (FSN). Tuesday: vs. Los Angeles, 6:30 p.m. (NBCSP). Thursday: at Montreal, 6 p.m. (FSN). Friday: at Detroit, 6:30 p.m. (FSN)
Player to watch: Drew Doughty, Los Angeles The second overall pick in the 2008 draft, the star defenseman held out to start the season. He's back and is a constant offensive threat with his big shot. He has scored seven goals and 27 points in 56 games for the Kings.

Voices "Am I allowed to smile?" — Coach Mike Yeo after the Wild shut out Boston last Sunday.

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