Mike Yeo

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The Calder Trophy Nominees vs Jonas Brodin: Statistical Analysis

By now I’m sure you’ve all heard the news that, after weeks of speculation, the PHWA votes have been counted and 3 nominees have been selected for the title of Best Rookie Of The Year, also…Read More

Mike Yeo The Wiseman: Seeks Advice From T-Wolves Coach

Mike Yeo is a smart man when it comes to coaching hockey.  Despite leading the Minnesota Wild to a sub .500 record his first season in the Twin Cities, Yeo has proven he can coach to success by leading…Read More

Stoner signs, LaPanta possibly moves to Xcel

The Wild have re-signed Clayton Stoner to a 2 year contract with a $1.05 million cap hit. Although Stoner has certainly been challenged by injuries, his aggressive physical play won over head coach Mike…Read More

Off Season News – Not Much So Far

Not much going on in the State of Hockey beyond wistfully watching the playoffs at the moment. Some news, though. Niklas Backstrom is undergoing ankle surgery ASAP. It turns out he’s been playing…Read More

And We’re Back…But The Wild Aren’t

We’re back, folks! Long story, I’ll tell it when I’m less incensed. Welcome to the postseason! Unfortunately, the Wild will not be part of it. The final game of the year was a definite…Read More

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Zzzzzzzzz…Wild Win!

Heh heh heh. An interesting night at the Xcel on Thursday. Well, actually the interesting part was that…Read More

Wild Stun Canucks with Shutout Victory

My streak is alive! For those who don’t know, of all the Wild games I have ever attended I have…Read More

Yeo: “We’re in hell.”

It was a great St. Patrick’s Day of hockey at the Xcel. Green sweaters completing passes, scoring…Read More

Wild Get Swept Away By Avalanche

Sigh. It’s tough for many of you to watch this team right now, I’m sure. Believe me, it’s…Read More

Wild Have Rollercoaster Night In Montreal – Backstrom Injured

There are epic rivalries in the NHL. Flyers – Rangers. Hawks – Wings. Sharks – Ducks. Wild…Read More

Wild Host Canucks…Who’s Going To Play?

Some quick updates folks, and most are good news! The Wild’s long stretch of road is over, and…Read More

Wild Pick Up One Point In SO Loss To Stars

The good news is that the Wild still have sole possession of a playoff spot. The bad news is that the…Read More

“Crusher” To Center Third Line Against Dallas

Former New York Ranger Erik Christensen is wasting no time changing his wardrobe. He will make his debut…Read More

Wild Make The Avalanche Slide Further, Backs Is Back

Now that my heart has jumped back out of my throat after the last 90 seconds of the game…more…Read More

Wild Try To Hold On To 8th Place In The West

Good afternoon State of Hockey! In tonight’s tilt, the Wild will attempt to shutdown the Colorado…Read More

Wild Play 55 Minutes Against Nashville, Lose 5-4

“You ever get punched in the stomach really hard?” So said Minnesota Wild head coach Mike…Read More

Zidlicky, Would You Like Some Cheese With Your W(h)ine?

Some late-day big news. Scratched Wild defenseman Marek Zidlicky is not happy with his place in the…Read More

Wild Gear Up For Vicious Reboot

Sometimes a team needs a collective kick in the breezers. Other times they need a complete reboot of…Read More

Wild Bringing Some Familiar Lines Back In Toronto

One nice thing about Mike Russo covering the Wild is that we get consistent reports of what the lines…Read More

Wild Need A Spanking

Wild players got to play in front of their fathers in Philly tonight on the first game night of their…Read More