How Joel Eriksson Ek's absence impacts the Wild's offense

The Minnesota Wild's offensive struggles continue as they face a four-game losing streak. Kirill Kaprizov remains the team's offensive lifeline, scoring 14 straight goals with him on the ice. The absence of Joel Eriksson Ek has significantly impacted the Wild's scoring ability. Host Seth Toupal breaks down the team's shot location data, revealing a concerning trend of low-danger attempts from the perimeter. Toupal and guest Alex Micheletti discuss the importance of Filip Gustavsson's return to the lineup and its potential impact on the Wild's performance. They analyze the team's special teams woes, particularly the struggling penalty kill, which ranks among the worst in the NHL. The hosts also touch on the upcoming schedule, including a crucial game against the Chicago Blackhawks and the much-needed break that follows. Will the Wild snap their losing streak against Chicago? Can they improve their penalty kill and offensive production? Get the full analysis on the Minnesota Wild's recent struggles and potential solutions in this episode of Locked On Wild. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: Locked On Wild Follow/Subscribe Anywhere: https://linktr.ee/LockedOnWild Follow Locked On NHL: linktr.ee/lockedonNHL Join our Discord Server: https://discord.gg/ZAB6yyck Have a Question for the Show or a Topic you want Covered? Email lockedonwild@gmail.com For your next listen, check out the Locked On NHL podcast , where the season never ends providing national expertise with a local perspective. Click HERE to listen now. Part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Mint Mobile - To get this new customer offer and your new 3-month premium wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, go to MINTMOBILE.com/lockedonnhl . Disclaimer - $45 upfront payment required (equivalent to $15/mo.). New customers on first 3 month plan only. Speeds slower above 40GB on Unlimited plan. Additional taxes, fees, & restrictions apply. See MINT MOBILE for details. I ndeed - Still searching for a great candidate for your company? Don’t search, just match–with Indeed. Claim your SEVENTY-FIVE DOLLAR CREDIT now at Indeed.com/LOCKEDON . Terms and conditions apply. Need to hire? You need Indeed. PrizePicks - Download the app or go to https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNHL to get $50 instantly after you play your first $5 lineup. Gametime - Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNHL for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel - Place your first FIVE DOLLAR bet and you’ll get started with TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS - guaranteed ! Visit FANDUEL.COM t o get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.