Locked On Wild - Your Daily Minnesota Wild Podcast

Locked On Wild podcast is the daily podcast that drops the puck and keeps you ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Minnesota Wild and the National Hockey League. Hosted by Seth Toupal, the Locked On Wild podcast provides your daily Wild fix with expert opinions, local analysis, interviews, and coverage of all aspects of the Wild franchise. The Locked On Wild podcast takes you beyond the ice for the inside scoops on the biggest stories from within the Wild locker room and all over the NHL. The Locked On Wild podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your team. Every day.

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  Episode #1770

  X-FACTORS: Will Danila Yurov, Bobby Brink or Maxim Shabanov IGNITE Minnesota Wild’s 2026 Campaign?

  Aug 31, 202630 min

  Minnesota Wild’s season hinges on breakout performances from unexpected sources—will Danila Yurov, Maxim Shabanov, or Bobby Brink step up as difference-makers? Seth Toupal explores the major question marks in the Wild’s lineup, spotlighting how shifts from these emerging players could transform Minnesota’s campaign and provide the depth needed for a playoff push. Key discussion points include Yurov’s development at center, Shabanov’s potential to fill the creative void left by Mats Zuccarello, and Brink’s opportunity to seize a top-six role following the David Jiricek trade. With lineup stability on the line, Topal examines how these players’ success or struggles will impact the roles of Kirill Kaprizov, Matt Boldy, and Joel Eriksson Ek—and set the tone for Minnesota’s NHL season. Which Wild newcomer will seize their moment and solidify Minnesota’s playoff aspirations? Photo Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images Everydayer Club: If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans.   Click here to learn more and join your team’s community:  https://lockedonwild.supercast.com/ Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: Locked On Wild Follow/Subscribe Anywhere: https://linktr.ee/LockedOnWild Follow Locked On NHL: linktr.ee/lockedonNHL Have a Question for the Show or a Topic you want Covered? Email lockedonwild@gmail.com   For your next listen, check out the Locked On NHL podcast , where the season never ends providing national expertise with a local perspective. Click HERE to listen now. Part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Odoo - Today's episode is brought to you by Odoo ( OH - DO ). Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at Odoo Dot Com Slash lockedon. That’s O D O O dot com slash lockedon.  FanDuel - Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. The biggest stage in world soccer is here, Let There Be Goals on FanDuel. Visit FANDUEL DOT COM to get started now. Gametime - Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #1769

  OPTIMISM: Why Minnesota Wild Goaltender Jesper Wallstedt is Ready to SHINE 2026-27

  Aug 31, 202629 min

  Minnesota Wild set sights on a dominant 2026-2027 campaign as Jesper Wahlstedt seizes the spotlight and top stars Kirill Kaprizov and Matt Boldy gear up for monster seasons. Can the Wild’s elite defense and surging goaltending spark another playoff push—and who will claim the starting net as Philip Gustafsson recovers from injury? Seth Toupal breaks down key reasons for Wild optimism, including the impact of Quinn Hughes’ arrival, defensive consistency from Brock Faber, Jared Spurgeon, and Jonas Brodin, and the relentless drive of Kaprizov and Boldy. The conversation spotlights Wallstedt’s postseason heroics, projected lineups, and whether Minnesota’s proven defensive backbone can offset early-season scoring slumps. Plus, strategic offseason moves and looming decisions in goal raise the stakes—will Wallstedt’s performance shift the franchise’s future? Photo Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images Everydayer Club: If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans.   Click here to learn more and join your team’s community:  https://lockedonwild.supercast.com/ Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: Locked On Wild Follow/Subscribe Anywhere: https://linktr.ee/LockedOnWild Follow Locked On NHL: linktr.ee/lockedonNHL Have a Question for the Show or a Topic you want Covered? Email lockedonwild@gmail.com   For your next listen, check out the Locked On NHL podcast , where the season never ends providing national expertise with a local perspective. Click HERE to listen now. Part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Odoo - Today's episode is brought to you by Odoo ( OH - DO ). Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at Odoo Dot Com Slash lockedon. That’s O D O O dot com slash lockedon.  FanDuel - Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. The biggest stage in world soccer is here, Let There Be Goals on FanDuel. Visit FANDUEL DOT COM to get started now. Gametime - Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #1768

  DOT DISASTER: Will the Minnesota Wild Finally SOLVE Their Faceoff and Center Issues?

  Aug 31, 202631 min

  Minnesota Wild’s struggles in the faceoff circle and penalty kill are keeping fans anxious as the season approaches. Can Joel Eriksson Ek, Michael McCarron, and Nico Sturm anchor a turnaround at the dot, or will the Wild remain among the NHL’s weakest on faceoffs? Seth Toupal examines how poor performance in the circle impacts special teams, opening the door for more power play opportunities and preventing costly shorthanded goals. The search for improvement intensifies with Michael McCarron and Blake Coleman stepping into larger defensive roles. Special teams remain under the microscope after a rocky penalty kill performance in key playoff moments, while the power play faces new questions following Matt Zuccarello’s departure. With Quinn Hughes, Matt Boldy, and Kirill Kaprizov leading the scoring push, the Wild’s overtime record and lack of regulation wins spark debate: is earning points in extra sessions enough for playoff hopes, or must Minnesota develop a true “putaway” mentality? Photo Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images Everydayer Club: If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans.   Click here to learn more and join your team’s community:  https://lockedonwild.supercast.com/ Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: Locked On Wild Follow/Subscribe Anywhere: https://linktr.ee/LockedOnWild Follow Locked On NHL: linktr.ee/lockedonNHL Have a Question for the Show or a Topic you want Covered? Email lockedonwild@gmail.com   For your next listen, check out the Locked On NHL podcast , where the season never ends providing national expertise with a local perspective. Click HERE to listen now. Part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Odoo - Today's episode is brought to you by Odoo ( OH - DO ). Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at Odoo Dot Com Slash lockedon. That’s O D O O dot com slash lockedon.  FanDuel - Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. The biggest stage in world soccer is here, Let There Be Goals on FanDuel. Visit FANDUEL DOT COM to get started now. Gametime - Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #1767

  HUGHES BOWL: Minnesota Wild & Quinn Hughes Negotiations DRAG as Devils Pursue Superstar Defenseman

  Aug 31, 202628 min

  Minnesota Wild face mounting pressure as Quinn Hughes’ contract negotiations drag into the final month of the NHL offseason. With New Jersey Devils fans watching closely and the Cale Makar extension set to reshape the market, are the Wild risking long-term contention by waiting, or is a breakthrough imminent? The heated fan discourse underscores growing anxiety across both fanbases, as speculation swirls about Hughes’ future and the evolving landscape of NHL superstar contracts. Seth Toupal and Zach Berman break down possible contract figures, internal roster challenges, and the ripple effects caused by Connor Hellebuyck’s trade request and Dylan Larkin’s shifting priorities. Will Bill Guerin push all in or consider flipping Hughes if uncertainty lingers? With training camp looming, the Wild’s offseason hangs in the balance. Don’t miss this timely discussion on whether Minnesota can lock in Hughes and solidify their status as a contender in a loaded Central Division. Photo Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images Everydayer Club: If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans.   Click here to learn more and join your team’s community:  https://lockedonwild.supercast.com/ Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: Locked On Wild Follow/Subscribe Anywhere: https://linktr.ee/LockedOnWild Follow Locked On NHL: linktr.ee/lockedonNHL Have a Question for the Show or a Topic you want Covered? Email lockedonwild@gmail.com   For your next listen, check out the Locked On NHL podcast , where the season never ends providing national expertise with a local perspective. Click HERE to listen now. Part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Odoo - Today's episode is brought to you by Odoo ( OH - DO ). Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at Odoo Dot Com Slash lockedon. That’s O D O O dot com slash lockedon.  FanDuel - Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. The biggest stage in world soccer is here, Let There Be Goals on FanDuel. Visit FANDUEL DOT COM to get started now. Gametime - Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #1766

  BETTER or DIFFERENT: Did the Wild IMPROVE with Blake Coleman, Olli Maata, Maxim Shabanov Additions?

  Aug 31, 202630 min

  Minnesota Wild shake up their roster with the additions of Blake Coleman, Olli Maata, and Maxim Shabanov, raising the question: Are the Wild trending upward or simply treading water? Seth Toupal takes stock of the offseason moves, breaking down whether these new faces can help Minnesota surpass last season’s playoff ceiling or if key departures—like Mats Zuccarello and Marcus Johansson—leave gaps the Wild aren’t ready to fill. Main topics include a head-to-head comparison of Coleman, Maata, and Shabanov to their predecessors, the ongoing Dylan Larkin trade saga, and the looming uncertainty around Quinn Hughes’ contract. Seth spotlights the team’s defensive structure, concerns at center, and how injuries—like Filip Gustavsson’s—could impact the start of the season. As the Wild gear up for a challenging early schedule, will this retooled lineup transform them into genuine Stanley Cup contenders, or does another pivotal move await? Photo Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images Everydayer Club: If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans.   Click here to learn more and join your team’s community:  https://lockedonwild.supercast.com/ Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: Locked On Wild Follow/Subscribe Anywhere: https://linktr.ee/LockedOnWild Follow Locked On NHL: linktr.ee/lockedonNHL Have a Question for the Show or a Topic you want Covered? Email lockedonwild@gmail.com   For your next listen, check out the Locked On NHL podcast , where the season never ends providing national expertise with a local perspective. Click HERE to listen now. Part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Odoo - Today's episode is brought to you by Odoo ( OH - DO ). Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at Odoo Dot Com Slash lockedon. That’s O D O O dot com slash lockedon.  FanDuel - Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. The biggest stage in world soccer is here, Let There Be Goals on FanDuel. Visit FANDUEL DOT COM to get started now. Gametime - Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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