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DEFENSELESS: Minnesota Wild STRUGGLE Without Jonas Brodin as Avalanche Net 9 Goals in Game 1

DEFENSELESS: Minnesota Wild STRUGGLE Without Jonas Brodin as Avalanche Net 9 Goals in Game 1

Episode 1712 Published 6 days, 3 hours ago
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Minnesota Wild’s defensive woes reach a tipping point after a wild 9-6 shootout loss to the Colorado Avalanche. Can the Wild survive without Jonas Brodin and Joel Eriksson Ek? Seth Toupal and Alex Micheletti break down the ripple effects of losing these core players, spotlighting Jake Middleton and Jared Spurgeon's struggles, and the lineup shakeups with Damon Hunt and Danila Yurov stepping up. 

Key topics include the impact on Minnesota's special teams, the penalty kill against Colorado’s firepower, and the pressure now facing Jesper Wallstedt in net. The conversation also turns to critical adjustments ahead of Game 2, potential goaltending changes, and the wider NHL playoff picture—including standout matchups like Vegas Golden Knights vs. Anaheim Ducks and Buffalo Sabres vs. Montreal Canadiens. Will the Wild’s defense recover in time, or is their postseason run on thin ice?

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