Judd's Hockey Show - a Minnesota Wild podcast
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Minnesota Wild fans saw John Hynes go back to the well on pulling their goaltender in a game where the team desperately needed two points but it backfired this time around. Judd and AJ talk about the decision to pull Filip Gustavsson and if it could've been handled differently, discuss the recent resurgence in play of Gustavsson over his past five starts, look at the end of game antics by Ryan Hartman that could see the Wild forward be suspended for, and chat about the top level play of Kirill Kaprizov. All this and more on the latest Judd's Hockey Show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Judd Zulgad and AJ Fredrickson look at what takeaways there are from the Wild's win over the Sharks on Thursday night, look into what sort of slim chances the club has of still making the playoffs, and looks ahead to the team's home stand that runs through the next week. Who is still checked in and who is fully checked out? What is there to expect expect the matchup against Vegas? What does the decision to start Gustavsson against the Sharks tell you about the goalie situation? All this and more on the latest Judd's Hockey Show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A fully stacked line on today's JHS covers what everyone wants to see from the Wild over these final handful of regular season games, Jessi shares what exactly is happening with the line combinations, and how everyone would describe this Wild season. What can the Minnesota Wild brass learn from this season to improve moving forward? What should the mindset and goal of the team next year before getting off the Parise/Suter buyout penalty? All this and more discussed on the latest Judd's Hockey Show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Following Saturday's OT loss to the Blue the Wild will need a lot to go their way down the final stretch of the season in order to make the playoffs. Judd and AJ start the show discussing the positives from the loss including the play of Marco Rossi and the season he's had thus far, plus Brock Faber's play and his case to win the Calder Trophy ahead of Chicago's Connor Bedard. Moving to the negatives the two discuss the play of Mats Zuccarello, the bounce back effort of Marcus Johansson, and the time on ice of Kirill Kaprizov, Freddy Gaudreau, and Marat Khusnutdinov, among others. Plus a chat about what the main focus needs to be of the Wild's coaching staff and front office before the end of the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Still frustrated over the loss to the Kings on Wednesday night, Judd and AJ discuss the message sent by a number of players, how they might respond Saturday against the Blues, and what needs to be answered before the end of the season. Did the team leave Fleury out to dry? Why is John Hynes coaching like his job depends on making the playoffs? Where is the production by depth players? How do the Wild stack up against some of the team they're chasing for a playoff spot? Will the Wild be fighting for a playoff spot until the final day of the season? All this and more on the latest Judd's Hockey Show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Minnesota Wild need to use more of Marat Khusnutdinov; Why John Hynes isn’t afraid to shuffle lineups; Declan Chisholm continues to impress; Is Marc-Andre Fleury still the No. 1 goalie; How many points do the Wild need to feel comfortable in the playoff picture and more on Judd’s Hockey Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A loss in a shootout earned the Wild a point Saturday night but only creates more questions regarding the path ahead for this team. Where does the club stand heading into the final 15 games of the year? Is there a realistic chance they can close the gap and overtake a wild card playoff spot? What is the thought process of John Hynes behind some of the line combinations and ice time given? Why is there differing decisions being made in regulation compared to OT and in the shootout? How does this team match up against playoff worthy clubs? How much longer can the Wild ride the Mar-Andre Fleury wagon and is it sustainable? All this and more on the latest Judd's Hockey Show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
