About this episode
Minnesota Wild surge past expectations with Quinn Hughes transforming their offense—can they challenge the Colorado Avalanche for top spot in the Central Division? With Hughes in the lineup, Kirill Kaprizov and Matt Boldy find a new gear, igniting the Wild’s power play and making them the NHL’s highest-scoring team since his arrival. Chris Micieli, Seth Toupal, and Zach Pearson debate Minnesota’s trade deadline targets, the impact of Jesper Wallstedt’s trade rumors, and the potential for a blockbuster deal involving names like Vincent Trocheck, Ryan O’Reilly, and Nazem Kadri.
The hosts break down the evolving playoff race, Mikko Rantanen’s injury in Dallas, and how home ice advantage could shape Minnesota’s postseason fate. Intrigue grows as Cale Makar and Quinn Hughes’ contract extensions loom—will one defenseman set the market for the other? Don’t miss this high-energy crossover as Locked On Avalanche and Locked On Wild examine the Central’s power struggle and preview the NHL’s second-half fireworks.
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