Wild's Kaprizov & Boldy Step Up in Wins Over Kraken and Oilers

Plus, why Joel Eriksson Ek is the Minnesota Wild's prized possesion

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In today’s edition, you will read about the Wild’s exploding offense from their top line, specifically Matt Boldy and Kirill Kaprizov in their back-to-back wins. After reading through those two articles, you’ll finish with an article about Joel Eriksson Ek and what he means to the Wild.

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Wild’s Kaprizov & Boldy Continue to Lead in Win Over Kraken

February 25, 2024 by Mariah Stark (Holland)

The Minnesota Wild didn’t let the fatigue from the second half of a back-to-back on the road stop them. They took down the Edmonton Oilers on Friday night, Feb. 23; the next night, Saturday, Feb. 24, they took on the Seattle Kraken. It looked like it may be a long night as the Kraken got a goal within the first 40 seconds. However, the Wild didn’t back down as they scored a few minutes later to tie things at one. 

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Wild’s Boldy Steps Up Again in Win Over Oilers

February 24, 2024 by Mariah Stark (Holland)

The Minnesota Wild headed northwest for their second back-to-back of the week. This time, they began with the Edmonton Oilers and started things early with a goal waved off due to offsides. The game went back and forth all period before the Wild got the first goal for the second time, and this one was onside with just over 20 seconds left. The lead held, and they completed the first up 1-0. 

Matt Boldy, Minnesota Wild (Jess Starr/The Hockey Writers)

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Joel Eriksson Ek Is the Wild’s Prized Possession

February 23, 2024 by Mariah Stark (Holland)

The Minnesota Wild have one of the most underrated defensemen in the NHL in Jonas Brodin, but they also have one of the most underrated centers in Joel Eriksson Ek. Sure, when the Wild are on a national broadcast, everyone notices Eriksson Ek for the duration of the game, but as soon as the spotlights are gone, so is the attention Eriksson Ek gets. 

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