BOLD CALLS: Kirill Kaprizov and Matt Boldy of Minnesota Wild AIM to CROSS Historic 50-Goal Plateau

Minnesota Wild set bold expectations for the 2026-2027 NHL season—will two 50-goal scorers finally emerge in St. Paul? Seth Toupal breaks down jaw-dropping predictions, from Kirill Kaprizov smashing the elusive 50-goal mark alongside Matt Boldy, to breakout opportunities for Danila Yurov and Bobby Brink. Are the Wild’s offensive woes a thing of the past?Key talking points include Jesper Wallstedt’s push for Vezina finalist status as an emerging franchise goaltender, Quinn Hughes as a Norris Trophy contender, and the impact of Damon Hunt stepping up on defense while Brock Faber recovers. Special teams are under the spotlight with a daring claim that Minnesota could lead the NHL in power play efficiency and post a top-tier penalty kill. Can the Wild hit 50 wins, repeat playoff success, and ignite a new era behind stars like Blake Coleman? Join the ride as Locked On Wild maps out the franchise’s most audacious season yet.Photo Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn ImagesEverydayer Club: If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans.  Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonwild.supercast.com/Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: Locked On WildFollow/Subscribe Anywhere: https://linktr.ee/LockedOnWildFollow Locked On NHL: linktr.ee/lockedonNHLHave 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!Odoo - Today's episode is brought to you by Odoo ( OH - DO ). Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at Odoo Dot Com Slash lockedon. That’s O D O O dot com slash lockedon. FanDuel - Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. The biggest stage in world soccer is here, Let There Be Goals on FanDuel. Visit FANDUEL DOT COM to get started now.Gametime - Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase.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.