Judd's Hockey Show - A Minnesota Wild Podcast

In what could be argues as another must-win game for the Wild they come through to ear a 2-0 win over the Anaheim Ducks. 2020 2nd-round draft pick Marat Khusnutdinov made his long awaited NHL debut in St. Paul, what is there to takeaway from his first time taking the ice for the Wild? The energy of the team's play was noticeably different from earlier this week against Arizona, why is that? Kirill Kaprizov looks to be back to his old self, how important is that for the team? Will Judd be able to escape tech issues, fire alarms, and ice cube dumpings during the show? All of this and more on the latest Judd's Hockey Show!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Wild finally get a look at Marat Khusnutdinov; Where does he fit in the lineup and what are realistic expectations; Kirill Kaprizov is so back; Marc-Andre Fleury is the No. 1 goaltender again; Ryan Hartman gets praise but are we buying it and more on Judd’s Hockey Show.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Wild head coach John Hynes made a very bold play call in overtime and it ended up working out perfect for the club. Judd and AJ react to Minnesota's OT win over Nashville, talk about the move to pul Marc-Andre Fleury in overtime and what would've happened if the team would've lost. Is this the new goalie hierarchy moving forward? How much success can the team have over the next two weeks? Who deserves to get more ice time? All this and more on the latest Judd's Hockey Show!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The trade deadline in the NHL has come and gone but what exactly did the Minnesota Wild do? How much will Connor Dewar, Brandon Duhaime, and Pat Maroon be missed and was the return for each of them fair? How does the Wild's deadline stack up against other teams? Could more players have been traded away? Is anything the Wild did or didn't do surprising? What does this mean for the upcoming NHL draft and offseason? All this and more on the latest Judd's Hockey Show.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Wild extend Zach Bogosian as the NHL trade deadline approaches; Who should the Wild trade by the deadline and will they trade a goaltender; Could the Wild flip Jacob Middleton and more on Judd’s Hockey Show.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Wild were able to take down the Sharks 4-3 on home ice tonight thanks to the heroics of Kirill Kaprizov who netted his 3rd hat trick of the season. Does the win change the Wild's mindset as the trade deadline approaches? Who could the Wild trade and when will it happen? Would you consider moving on from Jake Middleton? Are the San Jose Sharks the Minnesota Wild Lite? Is Matt Boldy in trade conversations? What's the latest with Marat Khusnutdinov's status to get to the Wild? All this and more on the latest Judd's Hockey Show!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After "not showing up at all" last night against the Predators the Wild fall even deeper into a hole in their attempt of making the playoffs. Who didn't show up for the Wild last night? What sort of thinking is going into line combinations? What to make of Filip Gustavsson's performance? Who has checked out and needs to potentially be scratched for upcoming games? What can the Wild do as the trade deadline approaches? A look ahead at the remaining 22 games for the club and more on the latest Judd's Hockey Show!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Wild fall to Carolina Hurricanes; Marco Rossi deserves better and shouldn’t be on the third line; Are the Wild starting to formulate trade deadline plans; What should the Wild do with their goaltenders and more on Judd’s Hockey Show.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Following the Wild's 3-2 loss to Carolina Judd and AJ break down the defeat and assess the NHL standings. What does this loss mean for the Wild? What was the reason for the loss? Why is John Hynes making line combos the way he has been? What sort of "haul" can Brandon Duhaime get in a trade? Was tonight a playoff atmosphere? What sort of future does the club have? And much more on the latest Judd's Hockey Show!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Being 7-2-1 in their last 10 games the Minnesota Wild are only creating more questions for themselves than answers as the NHL Trade Deadline approaches. If you were Bill Guerin would you buy or sell at the deadline? What is there to make of the top line's success but much less from the depth players. Where do Marcus Foligno and Pat Maroon slot in once healthy, or are they the odd men out? Will the Wild look to bring over Marat Khusnutdinov with his season in Russia ending? Will the Wild be able to secure a playoff spot in the chaos of the NHL wild card standings?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Can Minnesota Wild top line carry them to the playoffs; Goaltending continues to be a problem but can they fix it; Why Marco Rossi was demoted and Marcus Johansson gets more run as a top 6 forward and more on Judd’s Hockey Show with Jessie Pierce and Declan Goff.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Judd and AJ react to Monday's football... or rather hockey game in St. Paul between the Wild and Canucks that saw the Wild score seven goals in the third period to secure a victory. What were the highlights and main reasons why they had such a surge late? Who stepped up when the club needed top performances the most? Despite the win, what sort of grievances and questions are there to pull from the game? Where was the output by the depth players? Should there be concern over Filip Gustavsson? All this and more on the latest Judd's Hockey Show!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kevin Allenspach, the author of "Mirage of Destiny: The story of the 1990-91 Minnesota North Stars," joins Judd to discuss his soon-to-be released book on the team's improbable run to the Stanley Cup Finals. Kevin was an intern for the North Stars that season, a year after Judd held the same position. If you enjoy North Stars' history, this podcast is for you.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Minnesota Wild need to lean in on Matt Boldy and Kirill Kaprizov experience; Do they finally have the right lines; Is Boldy finally on the right path after a streaky season; Will Brock Faber win the Calder Trophy and the Wild honor Marc-Andre Fleury with the Penguins over the weekend.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Judd and AJ break down John Hynes' comments about the team's effort, discuss whether or not their view on the team has changed over the recent winning streak, and assess the play of Matt Boldy. Has he figured out how to consistently rise to the occasion? What has changed since the Chicago game? What is the opinion on the club's new line combinations? Did the Wild nail the Marc-Andre Fleury celebration night? All this and more on the latest Judd's Hockey Show!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ahead of the ceremony to honor Marc-Andre Fleury, Judd and AJ discuss the big net for the future hall of famer, talk about the win over Chicago on Wednesday night, and look at the play of players and mindset of coaching. Should the Wild send a message to Matt Boldy and scratch him? Have the Wild phones the season in? What can they do at the deadline with Pat Maroon hurt? Why is Marco Rossi centering the third line? And much more answered on Judd's Hockey Show!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Will Minnesota Wild turn their season around now that the all-star break is over with; Or do they need to accept their reality; This Wild team having a similar to 2018-19; Who could be traded by the NHL trade deadline; Injury updates on players; World Cup and best on best at the Olympics is back and more on Judd’s Hockey Show.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Wild MVP all-star break awards; Who is the team’s MVP; Most disappointing; Who rebounds; Which player rebounds in the second half; Will Bill Guerin add or subtract at the NHL trade deadline and more on Judd’s Hockey Show.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Who are the top prospects of the upcoming 2024 NHL Draft? With the way the Wild's season is looking it's possible they could be needing to do due diligence on the high end talent of the draft. Judd and AJ sit down as AJ shares his current list of the top 10 draft prospects and what each brings to the table in terms of pros and cons!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Following the loss to division rival Nashville, how do the Wild view their playoff chances and what does this influence the team doing as the trade deadline nears? Who is protected from being moved and who has limited options? Where do the Wild sit in the draft lottery slots and what is there to make of the midweek trade made by the club? All this and more discussed on the latest Judd's Hockey Show!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Are you buying the Minnesota Wild’s winning streak; Will this inclfuence the Wild to be buyers; Will the Wild could sign Phil Kessel; Marcus Johansson is finally playing well; Joel Eriksson Ek’s impact on this season; State of the team’s goaltending and a must-win situation against the Predators; Plus Marc-Andre Fleury’s potential trade market and more on Judd’s Hockey Show.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After the win over the Caps, are the Wild back? Does this win sway your opinion on the club as the all-star break approaches? Can you no longer write this team off? How much can the Wild rely on this high level of play from Filip Gustavsson? Should the Gus Bus start against both Nashville AND Anaheim of should Wallstedt see some ice? What on earth has happened to Alex Ovechkin? All this and more is discussed on the latest Judd's Hockey Show!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After wins over the Panthers and Hurricanes are the Wild able to assume they can make a playoff push or were those wins just mirages? What does Mar-Andre Fleury's injury do to the teams trade plans? How important are the next three games ahead of the all-star game break? What sort of return should the Wild look to get if they trade Gustavsson? Do we trust Bill Guerin to make the right decision? All this and more on Judd's Hockey Show!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This postgame edition of Judd's Hockey Show follows the club's 7-3 defeat to the Tampa Bay Lightning. The show discusses the play of the Wild, whether or not they're getting unlucky or if they're this bad, individual performances, and what should be the outlook moving forward. Should they look to trade a goaltender and wht type of return is realistic to expect? Who could be suitable trade partners? What does Jared Spurgeon's placement onto LTIR mean for his career moving forward? What can be expected when he returns at the start of next season? Should the Wild look to trade for a defenseman to fill his place? All this and more on today's show!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Wild GM Bill Guerin addressed the team; Are the Wild formulating NHL trade deadline plans; Marc-Andre Fleury passes Patrick Roy for 2nd all-time in wins; Jared Spurgeon is probably done for the season and more on Judd’s Hockey Show.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Marc-Andre Fleury officially moves alone into second all-time for career goalie wins in the NHL after earning a shutout victory against the Islanders. Is this win enough to spark a run by the Wild? What is there to make about Bill Guerin's pregame presser about the state of the club? Who doesn't have a NMC written into their contract and who is worth exploring trade options? Is there any validity to any Eriksson Ek trade rumors? How will the Wild fare on their upcoming road trip? All these and more discussed on the latest Judd's Hockey Show!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Could Jesper Wallstedt's first NHL start have gone any worse? Was it a mistake to start the young goaltender? Where was the effort by the team in their 7-2 loss? Who on the Wild showed that they actually cared? Who should the Wild look to trade out of their limited options? What is the expectation heading into the club's games this weekend? Is the team culture in jeopardy? All these questions and more discusses on the latest Judd's Hockey Show!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Wild hot takes starting with the Wild needing to trade Ryan Hartman; Bill Guerin has handicapped the Wild with his contract extension; Should the Wild trade Filip Gustavsson; Wild injury updates and what’s wrong with Matt Boldy.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Power play chances galore for the Wild tonight but nothing to show for it, aside from two short handed goals allowed. The Wild fall 4-0 to Dallas as Marc-Andre Fleury looks for win 552. Why couldn't Minnesota convert on the power play? Where was Matt Boldy's impact and what needs to happen to get back to form? Do the Wild need to look to shuffle personnel on the special teams units? Should the Wild start Jesper Wallstedt while he's been called up? Will Marc-Andre Fleury seek a trade before the deadline? Plus many more topics discussed on Judd's Hockey Show!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After the Wild were handed their 4th consecutive loss by the Lightning Judd and AJ react to the defeat. Where would you assess the level of effort in the game? Where is the production from the bigger names who need to step up with others injured? Where is the "prove it" fight from the minor league call ups? Is the season officially a loss now? Will they consider trading players before the deadline and if so, who? Who will win the World Junior Championship Game USA and Sweden? All this plus more on the latest Judd's Hockey Show!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Can Minnesota Wild survive without its star players with now Kirill Kaprizov and Filip Gustavsson banged up; Can other players like Marcus Johansson and Matt Boldy step up with injuries piled up; Will the Wild callup Jesper Wallstedt and the inconsistency with NHL officials with Jessi Pierce and Declan on Judd’s Hockey Show.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Judd and AJ recap and react to the Wild's 3-1 defeat at home to the Flames, their third straight regulation loss. The two discuss the play of Marc-Andre Fleury, the performance of the top line along with who needs to be stepping up, talk about the injuries for the team, plus more! Why isn't Brock Faber on the top power play anymore? When is it too late for this club to climb back into the picture and be forced to sell at the deadline? Plus more questions are answered on the latest Judd's Hockey Show!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Judd and AJ recap the Wild's defeats to the Winnipegs Jets from the past weekend. The two discuss how much further this puts the club in a hole, the impact and Kirill Kaprizov getting injured, Mac-Andre Fleury reaching 1,000 career NHL games, look ahead to the upcoming schedule, and more on the latest Judd's Hockey Show!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Judd and AJ recap and react to the Minnesota Wild's 6-3 win over the Detroit Red Wings and discuss the rebound play of Marcus Johansson, Kirill Kaprizov extending his scoring streak, the club's reactions to Detroit's tying PPG, along with much more! The pair also field some questions for the live chat and look ahead to the home-and-home series this weekend against the Winnipeg Jets.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Judd shares his pie chart of praise with AJ with who deserves the most applause on the Wild since John Hynes being hired as the new head coach. The pair breaks down who has had the biggest flip themselves, who can take the most credit, and a few surprise names make the list!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Judd and AJ react to the Wild's 4-3 OT win over Montreal and talk about Marco Rossi's Gordie Howe Hat Trick, Brock Faber's play and if he should be in the grouping of top young defensemen, whether tonight's performance means Kirill Kaprizov is officially back to his old ways, the lack of discipline during the game, and much more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Wild WIN and it’s turning point of the season in a victory over the Penguins; Brock Faber shouldn’t just be in the Calder trophy but the Norris trophy too; Kirill Kaprizov carries the Wild to a win.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Judd and AJ react to the Wild's 4-3 loss in Pittsburgh and discuss the play of Kirill Kaprizov, the number of players missing from the lineup, the lower defensemen pairings, the decision to start Filip Gustavsson over Mac-Andre Fleury, and much more! Plus the duo takes care of the "Brock Faber Praise" segment that seems to happen every episode.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Judd and AJ talk about the Wild's 3-2 SO win over the Flames and discuss the steady play of Matt Boldy and what he brings to the top line, Judd shares some observations on Kirill Kaprizov, the duo fulfill the annual Brock Faber praise quota, and more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Wild are shaking things up with their lineup with John Hynes; Problems with Marcus Johansson’s game; Kirill Kaprizov’s lack of offense so far; Can the Wild survive without Jonas Brodin; Should the Wild have given Hynes the intern label and more on Judd’s Hockey Show.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Following their West Coast road trip the Minnesota Wild return to the Central Time Zone following a 3-0 win over Seattle but are now missing one of their top defensemen in Jonas Brodin. Should Evander Kane have been suspended for his hit on Brodin? What has contributed to a recent surge in the club's goaltending? What has changed to spark this type of top play from Matt Boldy? Plus much more on this episode of Judd's Hockey Show!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Judd Zulgad, Jessi Pierce, and AJ Fredrickson discuss the Wild's win over the Calgary Flames on Tuesday night, discuss what sort of changes have been noticeable since the club's coaching change, and talk about the re-emergence of players like Matt Boldy and Mats Zuccarello. Who is your Wild Calder Trophy winner? Is Kirill Kaprizov fully back to his normal self? Plus much more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Wild continues to win other John Hynes and is this sustainable; Brock Faber getting power play time; Judd’s observations of Marco Rossi vs. Connor Bedard.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Minnesota Wild look like a new team; Can this team sustain this success; Will Matt Boldy turn things around; Kirill Kaprizov is still battling an injury from last season and more on Judd’s Hockey Show.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Wild snap losing streak under new head coach John Hynes; Why did the Wild play differently under Hynes vs. Evason; Why Bill Guerin deserve criticisms for his contract extensions; What are some positive things you can say about the Wild.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

BREAKING: Minnesota Wild FIRE head coach Dean Evason and have hired John Hynes to be the next head coach of the team; Are the Wild going to turn it around or embrace the tank?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Do Minnesota Wild need to fire Dean Evason with the team free-falling on a seven-game losing streak; Wild goaltending remains a problem but what else is going wrong with this team.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With a trip to Stockholm, Sweden the Wild had the chance to turn their season's momentum around and come back a new team however the trip may have cemented the team's sorrows as they return home. Is Dean Evason on the hot seat as coach? What is holding Kirill Kaprizov from being the player Wild fans have come to know? What are YOUR thoughts on the NHL having teams play internationally?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Should Minnesota Wild fire head coach Dean Evason? Judd is ready to make a change; Mackey wants to know if the Wild should consider trading Kirill Kaprizov; Wild’s goaltending problems, especially on the power play and more on Judd’s Hockey Show.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.