Wild's playoff hopes: Can they avoid 2011-2012 collapse?

The Minnesota Wild face a critical juncture in their season, mirroring the 2011-2012 team's collapse. Can they avoid repeating history? Seth Toupal and Alex Micheletti dissect the Wild's current struggles, including injuries to key players like Kirill Kaprizov and Jared Spurgeon. They analyze the potential return of these stars and its impact on the team's playoff chances. The hosts explore the NHL's unexpected revenue surge and its implications for the salary cap. With projections now pointing to a significant increase, how might this affect the Wild's offseason strategy? Toupal and Micheletti also discuss the recent performance of Wild prospect Charlie Stramel for Michigan State, highlighting his impressive three-point night against rival Michigan. From navigating injuries to capitalizing on a potentially higher salary cap, this episode breaks down the crucial factors shaping the Wild's season. Tune in now to get the inside scoop on Minnesota's path forward in the NHL playoff race! 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. SelectQuote - Get the right life insurance for you, for less, at SelectQuote.com/LOCKEDONNHL . 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.