By Greg -
The NHL regular season is over, and while we look ahead to the playoffs, we have to remember what got the Wild here. Join Hockey Wilderness in deciding who the Wild’s regular season MVP was as we discuss the writers’ vote finalists throughout the week.
You can vote below on who you believed was the Wild’s MVP through the regular season, and we’ll reveal the results of both the writers’ and commenters’ vote Thursday morning.
Go Vote!
You can submit your MVP vote here.
Wild News
For Wild coach Bruce Boudreau, the proof is in the playoffs | Star Tribune
Largely known for his regular season success and Game 7 losses, Bruce Boudreau just rolls his eyes at some of his critics while looking forward to the post-season.
Red-hot Blues show few flaws heading into playoff matchup vs. Wild | Star Tribune
Since the last time the Wild faced them, the St. Louis Blues have shown little weakness as they’ve been one of the league’s hot teams.
What are the Wild saying about the matchup with the Blues? | Pioneer Press
Both teams look forward to a challenging first round as storylines abound.
Wild enter playoffs with Stanley Cup hopes. Is fifth time a charm? | Pioneer Press
This will be the Wild’s fifth consecutive trip the Stanley Cup Playoffs as they will ice their best team in franchise history.
Boudreau Hopes to Finally Make Some Happy Playoff Memories | The Hockey News
A fun profile of Boudreau and his family heading into the playoffs.
All Central Division in Round 1: Blues vs. Wild, Predators vs. Blackhawks | Yahoo Sports
Unlike the Eastern Conference, no teams in the West will be switching divisions for the start of the playoffs.
2017 Stanley Cup Playoff Preview: Wild vs. Blues | Sportsnet
The Wild may have the better overall record, but the Blues lead in several statistics and shouldn’t be discounted.
On the Frozen Pond
Lukosevicius powers Denver to NCAA title over UMD | Sports Illustrated
After an entertaining game, the Duluth Bulldogs ultimately fell to Denver in NCAA title match.
Off the Trail
Babcock: Young Leafs will discover what playoff hockey is in a hurry | The Score
The Toronto Maple Leafs have earned a playoff spot for the first time since 2013 and will find out what exactly that means the hard way.
Avalanche finish with lowest point percentage in shootout era | The Score
It’s always fun to laugh at the Avs, and their historically bad season makes it all the easier.
Red Wings fans threw 35 octopuses on ice in Joe Louis Arena farewell | Yahoo Sports
Last night, the Detroit Red Wings played their last game at the Joe Louis Arena.
Lindy Ruff out as Dallas Stars head coach | Yahoo Sports
After a disappointing season following a Division title, Lindy Ruff’s contract with the Dallas Stars won’t be renewed.
Will Darryl Sutter remain head coach for LA Kings? | Yahoo Sports
While Ruff is an intriguing option for any team looking for a new coach, most teams would benefit by waiting to see what happens with the Los Angeles Kings’ head coach, Darryl Sutter.
Hurricanes' Bryan Bickell to retire at end of season | Yahoo Sports
Bickell always seemed to find a way to score against the Wild, but MS will unfortunately end his career early. Best of luck to him and his family moving forward.
Watch tributes to retiring broadcasting legend Bob Miller (Video) | Yahoo Sports
After 44 years calling games for the LA Kings, Bob Miller is retiring.
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Riley Sheahan avoids historic drought, scores final goal at Joe Louis Arena (Video) | Yahoo Sports
Riley Sheahan’s season long goal-drought ended last night as the Red Wings played their final game at Joe Louis Arena.
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