The Minnesota Wild lost their first game to the Colorado Avalanche this season by a score of 6-1. The Wild, missing Kirill Kaprizov, Brock Faber, Jonas Brodin, Jared Spurgeon, Jakub Lauko and with Marc=Andre Fleury sick, fell behind 2-0 early on before Zach Bogosian scored for the second straight game to make it 2-1. After that it was all Avalanche, as the Wild wait for their injury report to lessen sometime soon. The Wild did not surrender a Power Play goal, but the Avs scored while shorthanded in the win. The Wild play San Jose on Saturday for their next game and we will see if anyone is able to return before then.

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The Minnesota Wild survive December's challenges and set their sights on January. Marco Rossi emerges as the Locked On Wild Player of the Month, leading the team with 13 points in 14 games. Can the Wild maintain their momentum without key players like Kirill Kaprizov?

Hosts Seth Toupal and Zach Zeman break down the Wild's resilience through injuries and tough matchups. They analyze the team's 7-7 record in December and discuss upcoming games against formidable opponents like the Colorado Avalanche and Vegas Golden Knights. The duo explores the Wild's impressive road performances and potential for stealing points in challenging environments.

New Year's resolutions for both the team and the show are revealed, including a commitment to never give up on games early. Will the Wild's special teams improve with a more aggressive "junkyard dog" mentality? Tune in to discover why the hosts believe Minnesota could shock the hockey world come playoff time.

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The Minnesota Wild are defying expectations, sitting second in the Central Division with a 26-11-4 record. Marco Rossi emerges as the biggest surprise, notching 15 goals and 37 points in 41 games. Goaltending duo Filip Gustavsson and Marc-Andre Fleury shine, with Gustavsson posting a .922 save percentage. The Wild's resilience shines through injuries, including Kirill Kaprizov's absence.

Seth Toupal breaks down the Wild's impressive first half, analyzing key contributors like Jake Middleton and Mats Zuccarello. The team's defensive prowess ranks fourth in 5-on-5 goals against. Toupal explores how John Hynes' coaching philosophy has instilled a fearless mentality, propelling the Wild to success.

Will the Wild maintain their momentum in the competitive Central Division? Tune in to discover how this resilient Minnesota squad is positioning themselves for a deep playoff run.

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