Best Against The Mat Podcasts (2024)

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Kirill Kaprizov is Within Reach of Several Wild Records This Season! 34:42

27m ago34:42

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Kirill Kaprizov's record-breaking potential for the Minnesota Wild is closer than you think! Can he surpass Marian Gaborik and Mikko Koivu in goals and assists this season? Join us as we explore Kaprizov's incredible stats and his pursuit of every major record in Minnesota Wild history. Host Seth Toupal breaks down Kaprizov's career averages and pr…

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Why Joel Eriksson Ek Deserves Top 20 NHL Center Status 34:57

35m ago34:57

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Joel Eriksson Ek snubbed from the NHL Network's top 20 centers list? Minnesota Wild fans, you won't want to miss this! Discover why Eriksson Ek deserves a spot among the league's elite centers and how his stats stack up against big names like Connor McDavid, Nathan McKinnon, and Sidney Crosby. Join us as we break down the NHL Network's controversia…

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Why Matt Boldy is Poised for a Big 2024-25 Season! 37:20

40m ago37:20

37:20

Why is Matt Boldy poised for a breakout 2024-2025 season with the Minnesota Wild? Discover the stats and strategies that could make Boldy a top performer in the NHL. From his impressive pairing with Kirill Kaprizov and Joel Eriksson Ek to his evolving role as a playmaker, this episode of Locked on Wild breaks down everything you need to know. Join …

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How Matty Beniers' contract impacts Marco Rossi's future 42:41

44m ago42:41

42:41

On today's episode of Locked on Wild, we discuss Matty Beniers' new mega deal and its impact on Marco Rossi's future with the Minnesota Wild! We also dive into the Wild's goalie situation, including insights from Bill Guerin on Marc-Andre Fleury and the potential three-goalie rotation. Plus, get the scoop on the return of Bally Sports for the upcom…

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How the Wild's Offense stacks up against the Central Division 32:44

21m ago32:44

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Why are the Minnesota Wild struggling offensively in the Central Division? Can Kirill Kaprizov and Matt Boldy turn things around before the season starts? Join us as we break down the Central Division offenses and rank where the Wild stand compared to teams like the Colorado Avalanche and Dallas Stars in the NHL. Host Seth Toupal dives into the off…

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Will Kirill Kaprizov win the Rocket Richard Trophy this season? 31:34

1h ago31:34

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Discover the latest updates on the Minnesota Wild, including the Tom Kurvers prospect showcase roster and Kirill Kaprizov's incredible journey to play in Mats Zuccarello's All-Star game. Get the inside scoop on the Minnesota Wild's top prospects and early award odds for the 2024-2025 NHL season. Join us as we break down the Tom Kurvers prospect sho…

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#24-0818: As I Have Purposed, So it Will Be 1:01:57

12d ago1:01:57

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[SERIES] Isaiah: The Holy One of Israel [SPEAKER] Mat Shockney [SUMMARY] We all come to a place in our lives when we realize we can’t save ourselves. We are forced to ask: who will save us and how? Isaiah proclaims THE HOLY ONE OF ISRAEL’s justice against sin and rebellion, and hope as the saving Messiah. Isaiah’s message is simple: Yahweh, THE HOL…

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What can the Minnesota Wild Learn from Tampa Bay's 2020-21 Stanley Cup Run? 40:08

1h ago40:08

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Discover how the Tampa Bay Lightning clinched their second consecutive Stanley Cup and what the Minnesota Wild can learn from their journey. Explore the key strategies, standout players like Nikita Kucherov and Victor Hedman, and the critical role of goaltending in the NHL. Join us as we break down the Tampa Bay Lightning's 2020-2021 season, featur…

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What the Minnesota Wild Can Learn from the Avalanche's 2021-22 Stanley Cup 32:00

2h ago32:00

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The Colorado Avalanche's journey to the 2021-2022 Stanley Cup victory is nothing short of spectacular! Discover how Nathan MacKinnon, Mikko Rantanen, and Gabriel Landeskog led the Avs with their incredible scoring prowess. Explore the strategies and key moments that propelled the Avalanche to the top of the NHL. Join us as we break down the Avalanc…

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How the Minnesota Wild can learn from Vegas's 2022-23 Stanley Cup win? 30:18

7d ago30:18

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What can the Minnesota Wild learn from the Vegas Golden Knights' 2022-2023 Stanley Cup run? Discover how the Golden Knights overcame Mark Stone's injury and rode a hot start to clinch the title. Explore the key strategies and player performances that made the difference. Join us as we break down the Vegas Golden Knights' season, including their imp…

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Can the Minnesota Wild learn from the Florida Panthers' winning formula? 32:34

12d ago32:34

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How did the Florida Panthers clinch the Stanley Cup? Discover the secrets behind their success, from their formidable center depth to their top-six scoring prowess. Learn how the Panthers, led by stars like Aleksander Barkov and Sam Reinhart, overcame the Edmonton Oilers to lift the trophy. Join us as we break down the Panthers' season, highlightin…

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Why Fan Confidence in the Minnesota Wild is plummeting 35:15

8d ago35:15

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Fan confidence in the Minnesota Wild's direction is slipping, and we're breaking down why. Join us as we analyze the latest Athletic survey, revealing a significant drop in fan confidence for the Wild, and discuss the impact of recent contracts and roster decisions on the team's future. Seth Toupal and Alex Micheletti dive into the metrics that mat…

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#24-0811: An Oracle Against…Babylon 55:17

19d ago55:17

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[SERIES] Isaiah: The Holy One of Israel [SPEAKER] Mat Shockney [SUMMARY] We all come to a place in our lives when we realize we can’t save ourselves. We are forced to ask: who will save us and how? Isaiah proclaims THE HOLY ONE OF ISRAEL’s justice against sin and rebellion, and hope as the saving Messiah. Isaiah’s message is simple: Yahweh, THE HOL…

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Unanswered Questions Ahead of the 2024-25 Season! 30:52

14d ago30:52

30:52

On today's episode of Locked on Wild, we shift our focus to the 2024-25 season by looking at whether or not the Wild have addressed some of their biggest issues from last year. We start with secondary scoring, which hinges on either veteran players bouncing back, or young players taking advantage of opportunities. We move to special teams, where us…

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Where do the Wild Rank on the Forbes "Most Valuable NHL Franchises" List? 33:43

8d ago33:43

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On today's episode of Locked on Wild, Alex Micheletti joins the show as we run down the Forbes Most Valuable NHL Franchises List to see where the Wild slot in. We look at what factors into a franchises overall value to see where the Wild could end up next year on this list. We also discuss Chuck Fletcher being named as an advisor for the Devils and…

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#24-0804: A Destruction Decreed, A Remnant Returns 1:04:30

26d ago1:04:30

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[SERIES] Isaiah: The Holy One of Israel [SPEAKER] Mat Shockney [SUMMARY] We all come to a place in our lives when we realize we can’t save ourselves. We are forced to ask: who will save us and how? Isaiah proclaims THE HOLY ONE OF ISRAEL’s justice against sin and rebellion, and hope as the saving Messiah. Isaiah’s message is simple: Yahweh, THE HOL…

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The Minnesota Wild Organizational Defensive Depth Chart 35:21

26d ago35:21

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On today's episode of Locked on Wild, we take a look at defensive prospects within the Minnesota Wild organization! We start with Zeev Buium to reinforce his timeline as likely to sign an Entry Level Contract once the Denver season is done. We look at the NHL depth chart, and how long each defensemen is locked in. We move to Daemon Hunt, who is mos…

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Comparable Extensions for Marco Rossi and Jesper Wallstedt! 32:31

28d ago32:31

32:31

On today's episode of Locked on Wild, we take a look at comparable extensions to try to get an idea for what Marco Rossi and Jesper Wallstedt could get once their Entry Level Contracts are done. We look at deals signed by Jake Oettinger, Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen, Linas Ullmark and Alexandar Georgiev to look at how their teams handled not knowing what t…

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BREAKING: Minnesota Wild Sign Brock Faber to 8 Year Extension! 32:12

28d ago32:12

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On today's episode of Locked on Wild, we react to the news that Brock Faber has signed an 8 year extension with the Wild. We look at all of the achievements he reached in his rookie season. We look at how he can make this contract a bargain based on his current level of production. We also discuss recent Wild extensions such as Joel Eriksson Ek, Ma…

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Can the Minnesota Wild pull off a "Hockey Trade" for Patrik Laine? 31:01

17d ago31:01

31:01

On today's episode of Locked on Wild, Alex Micheletti joins the show as we start by discussing Dean Evason being named head coach in Columbus. We discuss where he may go with his assistants after Bob Woods and Darby Hendrickson took jobs elsewhere. We also discuss the Patrik Laine trade rumors after he was taken off the Player Assistance Program. W…

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Minnesota Wild Hoping Nashville Takes Time to Gel! 41:24

24d ago41:24

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On today's episode of Locked on Wild, Ann Kimmel of Locked on Predators joins for a crossover episode to catch up on many different threads that connect the two teams. We start by giving Ann the lowdown on what Darby Hendrickson will bring to the Predators coaching staff. We discuss his importance as a bridge between the coaches and the players, an…

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Against The Mat – July 31st, 2024

1M ago

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Back with another episode to catch-up on news and notes from the world of pro-wrestling; some TNA, some AEW, but mostly some build towards SummerSlam. Download/Stream the latest episode and don’t forget to follow on Facebook.By Against The Mat

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#24-0728: Anger Not Removed, Hand Raised to Strike 1:09:53

1M ago1:09:53

1:09:53

[SERIES] Isaiah: The Holy One of Israel [SPEAKER] Mat Shockney [SUMMARY] We all come to a place in our lives when we realize we can’t save ourselves. We are forced to ask: who will save us and how? Isaiah proclaims THE HOLY ONE OF ISRAEL’s justice against sin and rebellion, and hope as the saving Messiah. Isaiah’s message is simple: Yahweh, THE HOL…

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The Best Drafted and Developed Minnesota Wild Players! 34:31

17d ago34:31

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On today's episode of Locked on Wild, Isha Jahromi of the Sota Pod joins the show as we take a look at Minnesota Wild players who have developed the best over the years. We start with Joel Eriksson Ek and Jonas Brodin, arguably two of the best developed players the Wild have ever had. We look at their starts and how they turned into the players the…

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Will Matt Dumba Find His Game in Dallas? 38:18

1M ago38:18

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On today's episode of Locked on Wild, Joey Erickson of Locked on Stars joins for a crossover episode! We start by discussing whether or not Ryan Suter is a good fit for the St. Louis Blues. We discuss the reasons behind each buyout and both agree the Blues are a weird it. We move to the offseason for the Wild, and where they are at as they continue…

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The Minnesota Wild Organizational Goalie Depth Chart! 30:08

1M ago30:08

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On today's episode of Locked on Wild, we look at the Wild organizational depth at the goalie situation. We start with the names we expect to see at the NHL level, between Marc-Andre Fleury, Filip Gustavsson and Jesper Wallstedt. We move to a guy in Samuel Hlavaj that could be an intriguing future piece that could find his way to the NHL level some …

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Wild Sign Graeme Clarke to One Year Deal! 35:01

21d ago35:01

35:01

On today's episode of Locked on Wild, we discuss the signing of Graeme Clarke and where it puts the Minnesota Wild roster. We look at names who are on the bubble as potential injury fill ins, such as Jakob Lauko, Travis Boyd, Devin Shore, and others. We look at the potential areas Clarke can provide more of an impact by being a prospect not afraid …

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Is Dean Evason the Right Choice to Lead the Blue Jackets? 35:04

24d ago35:04

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On today's episode of Locked on Wild, Jay Forster of Locked on Blue Jackets joins the show as we discuss the Blue Jackets hiring Dean Evason to be their new head coach! We discuss what he brings to the table, his preference for veterans over rookies, his style of coaching and what led to similar playoff eliminations two straight years against St. L…

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Which Wild Prospects will Have the Most Eyes On them this Season? 33:47

1M ago33:47

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On today's episode of Locked on Wild, Alex Micheletti joins the show as we start Prospect Week looking at a few Wild prospects that will have the most attention on them this season. We start with Charlie Stramel, and we lay out the path to what is essentially a full reset at Michigan State. We discuss his rough go in Wisconsin, some of the things h…

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#24-0721: The Rock 1:03:34

1M ago1:03:34

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[SERIES] Isaiah: The Holy One of Israel [SPEAKER] Mat Shockney [SUMMARY] We all come to a place in our lives when we realize we can’t save ourselves. We are forced to ask: who will save us and how? Isaiah proclaims THE HOLY ONE OF ISRAEL’s justice against sin and rebellion, and hope as the saving Messiah. Isaiah’s message is simple: Yahweh, THE HOL…

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Who Makes the Minnesota Wild Mount Rushmore? 42:33

25d ago42:33

42:33

On today's episode of Locked on Wild, Isha Jahromi of the Sota Pod joins the show as we construct a Minnesota Wild Mount Rushmore! We discuss easy choices in Kirill Kaprizov and Marian Gaborik, and then discuss the other names that should make the cut, like Mikko Koivu, Niklas Backstrom and Jacques Lemaire. We also discuss other names like Jared Sp…

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Jesper Wallstedt is the Top Goalie Prospect in the NHL 39:53

25d ago39:53

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On today's episode of Locked on Wild, Alex Micheletti joins as we start by discussing Matt Boldy's contract and why it is among the best bargains in the entire NHL. We look at the value he brings offensively and defensively, as well as why it is perfectly fine to want to see more from him as he develops. We also discuss the most tortured fanbases i…

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Is Lineup Optimization Worth Breaking Up Kaprizov-Eriksson Ek-Boldy Line? 31:19

25d ago31:19

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On today's episode of Locked on Wild, we return from vacation to take a look at whether or not it would be worth breaking up Kaprizov-Eriksson Ek-Boldy line to try to help the second line. We discuss comments from John Hynes, and look at why assuming previous combinations will work again is a risky proposition. We discuss why even going to previous…

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Locked on Avalanche Wants to Know What is Going on with the Wild! 42:41

27d ago42:41

42:41

On today's episode of Locked on Wild, Chris and Kyle from Locked on Avalanche put Seth in the guest chair to ask about the offseason for the Minnesota Wild! They discuss the transition from last year to this year, drafting Zeev Buium in the first round, signing Yakov Trenin, and the direction the team is looking to go while keeping Kirill Kaprizov'…

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Sizing Up the Central Part 2! 26:36

29d ago26:36

26:36

On today's episode of Locked on Wild, Isha Jahromi of the Sota Pod joins the show to finish his Central Division rankings! We start with the St. Louis Blues at 5, move to the Minnesota Wild at number six and round things out with Utah at 7 and Chicago at 8. We also discuss the different division tiers with Dallas, Nashville, Colorado and Winnipeg b…

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Against The Mat – July 17th, 2024

2M ago

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We are back with a ton of news and notes from the world of pro-wrestling to catch-up and we can’t miss the news from the Poli-talks side either. Download/Stream the latest episode and don’t forget to follow on Facebook.By Against The Mat

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#24-0714: God with Us 1:07:26

2M ago1:07:26

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[SERIES] Isaiah: The Holy One of Israel [SPEAKER] Mat Shockney [SUMMARY] We all come to a place in our lives when we realize we can’t save ourselves. We are forced to ask: who will save us and how? Isaiah proclaims THE HOLY ONE OF ISRAEL’s justice against sin and rebellion, and hope as the saving Messiah. Isaiah’s message is simple: Yahweh, THE HOL…

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Sizing Up the Central Division Part 1 29:59

1M ago29:59

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On today's episode of Locked on Wild, Isha Jahromi of the Sota Pod joins to take a deep look at the Central Division, and which teams made the most improvements so far in the offseason. We start at the top with the Dallas Stars, who still boast the best depth in the division. We move to Nashville, who had one of the busiest offseasons of any team i…

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Breaking Down Brad Bombardir's Development Camp Media Availability! 39:46

1M ago39:46

39:46

On today's episode of Locked on Wild, we break down Director of Player Development Brad Bombardir's media availability from Wild Development Camp. We discuss Brad's comments on Zeev Buium, including how close Buium is to playing at the NHL level and what his strongest skills are. We also discuss Charlie Stramel, Danila Yurov, Liam Ohgren, Rasmus Ku…

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If Dean Evason Lands in Columbus, will Freddy Gaudreau Follow? 38:57

2M ago38:57

38:57

On today's episode of Locked on Wild, we start by discussing Dean Evason being a finalist for the Columbus Blue Jackets head coaching job. We discuss the hurdles Columbus is having to work through with the candidates still in the running because they are all under contract for the upcoming season by their former teams. We discuss what this could me…

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A More Optimal 2025-26 Roster is Just a Few Tweaks Away 32:16

1M ago32:16

32:16

On today's episode of Locked on Wild, we turn our sights to 2025-26 to look at how a few simple tweaks could lead to a much more optimal lineup. We take a look at a proposed roster from Twitter that features: Kirill Kaprizov-Joel Eriksson Ek, Matt Boldy Danila Yurov-Marco Rossi-Liam Ohgren Mats Zuccarello-Marat Khusnutdinov-Riley Heidt Yakov Trenin…

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Declan Chisholm Signs One Year Deal for 2024-25! 43:04

1M ago43:04

43:04

On today's episode of Locked on Wild, Alex Micheletti joins the show as we recap the news that Declan Chisholm signed a 1 year deal to stay with the Wild after being acquired via waiver claim from the Winnipeg Jets. We look at the areas Chisholm was able to help the Wild last year, and how he quickly leapfrogged Alex Goligoski and Jon Merrill on th…

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#24-0707: Here Am I, Send Me 1:16:31

2M ago1:16:31

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[SERIES] Isaiah: The Holy One of Israel [SPEAKER] Mat Shockney [SUMMARY] We all come to a place in our lives when we realize we can’t save ourselves. We are forced to ask: who will save us and how? Isaiah proclaims THE HOLY ONE OF ISRAEL’s justice against sin and rebellion, and hope as the saving Messiah. Isaiah’s message is simple: Yahweh, THE HOL…

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The Top Ten Minnesota Wild Prospects! 40:53

2M ago40:53

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On today's episode of Locked on Wild, Isha Jahromi of the Sota Pod joins to roll through his top 10 Minnesota Wild prospects! We discuss where the likes of Liam Ohgren, Danila Yurov, Zeev Buium, Jesper Wallstedt and others rank in a very deep Minnesota Wild prospect pool! Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: Locked On Wild Follow/Subscribe Anywhere: h…

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An Audit of the Minnesota Wild Salary Cap Situation 34:37

1M ago34:37

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On today's episode of Locked on Wild, we audit the Minnesota Wild salary cap situation to see what they actually have available for 2025-26! We add in upcoming extensions as well as expected ELCs that will be on roster to see if it is true that there will be money available to pursue a top six upgrade. We also look at the trade protections on vario…

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Which Wild Prospects Could Provide Biggest Immediate Impact? 34:26

2M ago34:26

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On today's episode of Locked on Wild, Zach Zeman joins the show as we look at which Wild prospects will provide the most immediate impact. We discuss Jesper Wallstedt, Danila Yurov, Zeev Buium and Riley Heidt, as well as Liam Ohgren, Marat Khusnutdinov and how they slot in. We also discuss the defensive side and who among those players could rise t…

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Does Yakov Trenin Mean a Current Forward Will be Traded? 32:11

2M ago32:11

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On today's episode of Locked on Wild, we discuss the signing of Yakov Trenin. We look at why, just like many recent signings and extensions, on it's own Trenin is a fine add for the Minnesota Wild. We discuss the attitude he brings as well as his ability to contribute on the Penalty Kill, but why his arrival further clouds a muddled bottom six pict…

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How Zeev Buium Fell to Minnesota! 41:33

1M ago41:33

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On today's episode of Locked on Wild, Alex Micheletti joins as we recap a very successful 2024 Draft Class for the Wild! We discuss how Zeev Buium fell to the Wild, and why no matter what Philadelphia says it looks like they fumbled the bag by not selecting Buium due to his "lack of size". We also discuss some initial thoughts on the other top pick…

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#24-0630: The Song of the Vineyard 50:58

2M ago50:58

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[SERIES] Isaiah: The Holy One of Israel [SPEAKER] Bryan Hillard [SUMMARY] We all come to a place in our lives when we realize we can’t save ourselves. We are forced to ask: who will save us and how? Isaiah proclaims THE HOLY ONE OF ISRAEL’s justice against sin and rebellion, and hope as the saving Messiah. Isaiah’s message is simple: Yahweh, THE HO…

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Minnesota Wild Draft Zeev Buium in 2024 NHL Draft 4:41

2M ago4:41

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Minnesota Wild Draft Zeev Buium in 2024 NHL Draft The Minnesota Wild have selected Zeev Buium with the twelfth pick in the 2024 NHL Draft. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOWild?sid=YouTube Locked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL Join our Discord Server: …

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