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Marcus Foligno • LW • Wild

Marcus Foligno Available Against Panthers

Minnesota Wild left wing Marcus Foligno (lower body) will return to action on Thursday night against the Florida Panthers. He has yet to play this month due to a lower-body injury. Foligno is second on his team with 151 hits and has recorded 11 points (six goals, five assists) in 48 games with 55 SOG. On Thursday, Foligno will play alongside his brother Nick for the first time. The two are expected to be joined by Yakov Trenin on the fourth line.

4 days ago

Joel Eriksson Ek • C • Wild

Kirill Kaprizov, Joel Eriksson Ek Returning Tuesday

Minnesota Wild forwards Kirill Kaprizov (lower body) and Joel Eriksson Ek (lower body) will rejoin the lineup on Tuesday against the Tampa Bay Lightning. Both players have recently missed time due to lower-body injuries, with Kaprizov sitting out two games and Eriksson Ek three. Nico Sturm and Hunter Haight will exit the lineup to make room for the duo. Kaprizov will rejoin the first line, while Eriksson Ek will center the second line. They will also strengthen Minnesota's first power-play unit. The Lightning have allowed 3.71 goals per game since the Olympic break, so Minnesota's frontline could be in for a productive evening.

6 days ago

Joel Eriksson Ek • C • Wild

Kirill Kaprizov, Joel Eriksson Ek to Remain Out Saturday

Minnesota Wild forwards Kirill Kaprizov (lower body) and Joel Eriksson Ek (lower body) won't be available on Saturday against the Dallas Stars. Kaprizov will skip a second consecutive game, while Eriksson Ek will be absent for a third straight contest. Both players are considered day-to-day, so they could be available on Tuesday when Minnesota faces the Tampa Bay Lightning. Marcus Johansson, Danila Yurov, and Matt Boldy are expected to make up the first line against Dallas. Skating with an elite scorer like Boldy elevates both Johansson's and Yurov's fantasy value.

Mar 20

Kirill Kaprizov • LW • Wild

Kirill Kaprizov Won't Play Against Blackhawks

Minnesota Wild left wing Kirill Kaprizov (lower body) has been ruled out for Thursday's contest against the Chicago Blackhawks. He is considered day-to-day with a lower-body injury. Minnesota will head out without Kaprizov for the first time this season. The Russian superstar has totaled a team-high 80 points (38 goals, 42 assists) in 69 appearances. Kaprizov's absence will give Bobby Brink (upper body) a chance to skate on the first line. The former Flyer is back in the lineup after missing four games with an upper-body injury.

Mar 19

Brock Faber • D • Wild

Brock Faber Registers Three Assists in Overtime Win

Minnesota Wild defenseman Brock Faber stood out as a playmaker in Tuesday's 4-3 overtime win against the Chicago Blackhawks, recording three assists. He had a pair of helpers in the first period, including a power-play assist, and added a third one to his tally in overtime when Mats Zuccarello finished the game. Faber was also actively chasing a goal, ending with five shots on net. His defensive efforts included three hits. In his previous four outings, Faber had managed only one point, so he will be relieved to be back on track. The defensive talent will now look to start a point streak on Thursday in a rematch with the Blackhawks. Across 69 games this season, Faber has totaled 46 points (14 goals, 32 assists) and sits just two away from setting a new career-high.

Mar 18

Joel Eriksson Ek • C • Wild

Joel Eriksson Ek Expected to Miss Three Games

Minnesota Wild center Joel Eriksson Ek (lower body) is likely to miss at least three games, Michael Russo of The Athletic reports. He will be replaced in the lineup by Robby Fabbri on Tuesday against the Chicago Blackhawks. Eriksson Ek is Minnesota's third-highest scoring forward this season, with 44 points (17 goals, 27 assists) in 62 appearances. With Eriksson Ek out, Danila Yurov is set to serve as the top-line center, making him a more attractive fantasy target. In 61 outings this season, Yurov has notched 10 goals and 15 assists.

Mar 17

Bobby Brink • RW • Wild

Bobby Brink Questionable Sunday

Minnesota Wild right wing Bobby Brink (upper body) is questionable for Sunday's matchup with the Toronto Maple Leafs. He has missed two games due to an upper-body injury, and it's uncertain whether Brink will be able to return on Sunday night. Since joining the Wild from Philadelphia at the trade deadline, Brink has scored one goal in three games. Robby Fabbri and Nico Strum have taken turns filling in for Brink. Strum logged 8:26 of ice time in Saturday's 4-2 loss to the New York Rangers, recording one shot on goal and two hits. If Brink can't make it back on Sunday, his next opportunity will be Tuesday against the Chicago Blackhawks.

Mar 15

Bobby Brink • RW • Wild

Bobby Brink Remains Out Saturday

Minnesota Wild right wing Bobby Brink (upper body) won't play on Saturday against the New York Rangers, Dylan Loucks of The Hockey News reports. He will be sidelined for a second consecutive game due to an upper-body injury. Brink's next chance to return will come on Monday against the Toronto Maple Leafs. While Robby Fabbri filled in for Brink on the third line in Thursday's matchup with the Philadelphia Flyers, Nico Strum will jump into the lineup against the Rangers. Strum has managed only 10 points (four goals, six assists) in 41 outings this season and doesn't have much fantasy value.

Mar 14

Bobby Brink • RW • Wild

Bobby Brink a Game-Time Decision for Meeting with Flyers

Minnesota Wild right wing Bobby Brink (upper body) is considered a game-time call for Thursday's matchup with the Philadelphia Flyers. He may have to miss a meeting with his former team after sustaining an upper-body injury in Tuesday's win over the Utah Mammoth. Brink has made three appearances with the Wild since being traded last week by the Flyers, recording one goal on three shots on net. Robby Fabbri is expected to make the lineup if Brink can't play. Through 17 games with both the Wild and St. Louis Blues this season, Fabbri has produced only one goal and three assists, making him a non-factor in fantasy hockey.

Mar 12

Marcus Johansson • LW • Wild

Marcus Johansson Returns From Two-Game Absence

Minnesota Wild left wing Marcus Johansson (upper body) has been cleared to return to the lineup on Tuesday against the Utah Mammoth. He is expected to link up with Joel Eriksson Ek and Matt Boldy on the second line. Nico Sturm will make room in the lineup for Johansson, who has missed two games due to an upper-body injury. Johansson is one point short of his sixth 40-point campaign. He has contributed 13 goals and 26 assists in 57 contests this season. Utah's defense can be tough to break down, making this a challenging matchup for Johansson and the Wild.

Mar 10

Nick Foligno • LW • Wild

Wild Acquire Nick Foligno

The Minnesota Wild are closing in on a deal for forward Nick Foligno from the Chicago Blackhawks, with the return currently unknown. The veteran forward will team up with his brother, Marcus Foligno, who has played for the Wild for the past nine seasons. The 38-year-old has scored three goals and totaled 11 points through 37 games, and he will occupy a bottom-six role with the contending Wild.

Mar 6

Bobby Brink • RW • Wild

Wild Acquire Bobby Brink

The Minnesota Wild have acquired forward Bobby Brink from the Philadelphia Flyers in exchange for defenseman David Jiricek. The 24-year-old is in the final season of his two-year contract, and he is set to become a restricted free agent this summer. Brink, who was a former second-round draft pick, brings some scoring depth to the Wild forward group, as he has totaled 13 goals and 26 points through 55 games.

Mar 6

Jeff Petry • D • Wild

Jeff Petry Traded to Wild

The Minnesota Wild have brought in defenseman Jeff Petry from the Florida Panthers ahead of Friday's trade deadline. The 16-year veteran was acquired in exchange for a 2026 seventh-round draft pick. Petry is averaging a career-low 14:51 of ice time this season, and his offensive output was limited to eight assists in 58 games with the Panthers. Additionally, he has recorded 135 shots, 57 blocks, and 59 hits. Petry, who turned 38 in December, no longer has any fantasy value in the later stages of his career, but he will bring veteran experience and depth to the Wild's blue line, which has struggled with injuries for much of the season.

Mar 6

Marcus Johansson • LW • Wild

Marcus Johansson Makes Early Exit Versus Lightning

Minnesota Wild left wing Marcus Johansson (upper body) didn't finish Tuesday's 5-1 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning, Dylan Loucks of The Hockey News reports. He exited the action with an apparent upper-body injury in the third period following a hit from Lightning defenseman Darren Raddysh, who was given a two-minute interference penalty on the play. After the game, Wild head coach John Hynes said Johansson "looks pretty good right now." There's hope Johansson won't miss additional time. The Swedish veteran contributed an assist on Tuesday night and has amassed 39 points (13 goals, 26 assists) in 57 contests. Minnesota's schedule gives Johansson some added recovery time, with the next game not until Friday.

Mar 4

Michael McCarron • RW • Wild

Michael McCarron Sent to Wild for Second-Round Pick

The Minnesota Wild have acquired center Michael McCarron from the Nashville Predators in exchange for a second-round pick in the 2028 NHL draft. Minnesota hopes to improve its penalty killing and face-off success with McCarron. He will also add muscle to the lineup, having led the Predators with 165 hits this season. The 30-year-old, who is in the final season of a two-year, $1.8 million contract, has also recorded 12 points (five goals, seven assists), 86 shots, 60 blocks, and 73 penalty minutes across 59 appearances. McCarron doesn't hold much fantasy value, but he looks like a good addition to the Wild's bottom-six.

Mar 4

Marcus Foligno • LW • Wild

Marcus Foligno Considered Week-to-Week

Minnesota Wild left wing Marcus Foligno (lower body) is week-to-week and will sit out a second consecutive game on Tuesday night against the Tampa Bay Lightning. He was placed on Injured Reserve on Monday. Foligno's physical style often leaves him hurt. This season, the veteran has appeared in only 48 of Minnesota's 61 games, registering 11 points (six goals, five assists), 55 shots, and 151 hits. Robby Fabbri, who was claimed off waivers on Monday, looks poised to have a regular role until Foligno returns. In 15 appearances with the St. Louis Blues this campaign, Fabbri recorded four points (one goal, three assists), 17 shots, and 34 hits.

Mar 3

Jonas Brodin • D • Wild

Jonas Brodin Rejoins Wild Lineup

Minnesota Wild defenseman Jonas Brodin (lower body) has been cleared to return to the lineup on Tuesday against the Tampa Bay Lightning. The Swedish rearguard has been sidelined for 14 games due to a lower-body injury. Across 42 appearances this season, Brodin has recorded 15 points (three goals, 12 assists), 43 shots, 91 blocks, and a plus-13 rating. He averages the third-most ice time among Minnesota's defensemen at 21:19 per game. Brodin will join Jared Spurgeon on the second defensive pairing, with Daemon Hunt heading into the press box as a healthy scratch.

Mar 3

Joel Eriksson Ek • C • Wild

Joel Eriksson Ek Available Sunday

Minnesota Wild center Joel Eriksson Ek (face) will play on Sunday against the St. Louis Blues, Michael Russo of The Athletic reports. The Swedish forward took a stick to the face in Friday's loss to Utah and was limited to 10:25 of ice time. Fortunately, he won't have to miss additional time after receiving good news from an eye doctor. Eriksson Ek is attempting to post his third 60-point campaign in 2025-26. In 54 outings, he has totaled 17 goals and 25 assists. Prior to his early exit on Friday, he was riding a seven-game point streak.

Mar 1

Joel Eriksson Ek • C • Wild

Joel Eriksson Ek Leaves Game With Facial Injury

Minnesota Wild center Joel Eriksson Ek (face) left Friday's 5-2 loss to the Utah Mammoth after logging only 10:25 of ice time. He took a high stick to the face from Mammoth forward Nick Schmaltz in the second period. There was no update on him after the game, leaving a question mark hanging over Eriksson Ek ahead of Sunday's matchup with the St. Louis Blues. Eriksson Ek has totaled 42 points (17 goals, 25 assists) in 54 appearances, dishing out 78 hits. If the Swedish forward can't play on Sunday, Danila Yurov could return to the top six, while Ben Jones would be his likely replacement in the lineup.

Feb 28

Matt Boldy • LW • Wild

Matt Boldy Makes History With Another Four-Point Performance

Minnesota Wild winger Matt Boldy notched two goals and two assists in his first outings as an Olympic champion on Thursday, playing a pivotal role in an impressive 5-2 road win over the Colorado Avalanche. The 24-year-old recorded two power-play assists and bagged a couple of empty-net goals. Boldy became the first player in franchise history to post four-plus points in back-to-back games. He is carrying an eight-game point streak. Boldy sits third in the league with 34 goals and is one of only nine players to record at least 30 goals and 30 assists during the campaign. After a career-high 73 points in 2024-25, Boldy already has 66 points through 55 outings this season and is poised to shatter his scoring record from last year.

Feb 27

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