Can the Wild Overcome Their DISASTROUS Penalty Kill? | Sturm's Return Offers Glimmer of Hope

The Minnesota Wild face potential setbacks in the 2025-2026 season. Special teams woes persist, with the penalty kill struggling for four consecutive years. The power play's inconsistency and perimeter-focused approach raise concerns. An unchanged roster from previous seasons sparks pessimism about the team's ability to evolve. Seth Toupal and Alex Micheletti dissect reasons for caution, including injury risks to key players like Kirill Kaprizov and Joel Eriksson Ek. They question Vladimir Tarasenko's addition after his worst pro season and debate Marcus Johansson's role on the second line. The hosts explore how veteran regression and lack of depth could impact the Wild's performance. Will the Wild overcome these challenges or fall victim to their recurring issues? Uncover the full analysis of Minnesota's roster, special teams, and potential stumbling blocks in this eye-opening episode. 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! Rugiet - 150,000 men have made the switch → https://Rugiet.com/LOCKEDONNHL Use code LOCKEDONNHL to get 15% off your order! Monarch Money - Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNHL at monarchmoney.com for 50% off your first year. 5-Hour ENERGY - Head to 5-hourENERGY.com to find over 15 flavors to choose from, including Watermelon, Blue Raspberry, and Peach-Mango. Need one now? Grab a 5-hour ENERGY shot at your local grocery or convenience store—they’re everywhere! Stock up today and stay energized. Upwork - Visit Upwork.com right now and post your job for free to connect with top talent and grow your business today! Wonderful Pistachios - Get snackin’ and get crackin’ with the snack that packs a protein punch. Visit WonderfulPistachios.com to learn more! 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 - Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now, new FanDuel customers can get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in Bonus Bets if your first FIVE DOLLAR bet wins! 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.