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Podcast: Locked On Wild - Your Daily Minnesota Wild Podcast
Episode: Will Jonas Brodin's return save the Wild's struggling defense?
Description: The Minnesota Wild face roster challenges as Jonas Brodin and Marcus Johansson return from injury. Ryan Hartman's potential suspension complicates lineup decisions, forcing the team to consider waiving players. Sammy Walker's trade to Utah highlights the fleeting nature of NHL opportunities.Host Seth Toupal and analyst Alex Micheletti dissect the Wild's lineup combinations, defensive pairings, and the impact of Kirill Kaprizov's absence. They explore the team's struggles against playoff-caliber opponents and the implications for Marco Rossi's contract negotiations. The duo also examines Hartman's disciplinary history and its effect on the Wild's salary cap situation.Will...