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Podcast: Locked On Wild - Your Daily Minnesota Wild Podcast
Episode: CONCERN?: Joel Eriksson Ek's Shortened Season RAISES ALARMS | Can Wild's Star CENTER Bounce Back?
Description: Joel Eriksson Ek's injury-plagued 2024-2025 season raises concerns for the Minnesota Wild. Despite a dip in production, Eriksson Ek maintained a solid 82-game pace. His contract remains a bargain, generating $2.5 million in surplus value. Seth Toupal analyzes Eriksson Ek's performance, including power play contributions and face-off struggles. The podcast explores whether injuries are becoming a chronic issue for the physical center. Matt Boldy's contract ranks 9th in NHL value. Is Eriksson Ek still a top-six forward on a contending team? Discover how his playing style impacts his durability and what it means for the Wild's fu...