Michael Russo
Reporter
Wild, NHL
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Wild's Fletcher, Flahr owe much to late NHL executive Bryan Murray
Murray's hiring of Chuck Fletcher and Brent Flahr began a long working relationship and close-knit friendship that others in hockey were fortunate enough to share.
August 21, 2017
Coming home: Cullen to join Wild, play 20th NHL season
Native Minnesotan Matt Cullen called joining the Wild for the 2017-18 season a "family decision." He has won three Stanley Cups, and will turn 41 in November.
August 17, 2017
Da Beauty League: A chance to watch pro hockey stars up close
In the waning minutes of every game in Da Beauty League, dozens of kids in hockey garb press against each railing at the Zamboni entrance inside Edina's Braemar Arena.
August 17, 2017
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Granlund, Wild agree to three-year deal with benefits for both sides
In avoiding Friday's arbitration hearing, Mikael Granlund's agent didn't want a multiyear contract to go too long-term.
August 2, 2017
Niederreiter ready for more ice time after new deal with Wild
After a career year in which he scored 25 goals and 57 points, Nino Niederreiter has loftier expectations after signing a five-year deal with the Wild.
August 2, 2017
Niederreiter avoids arbitration, signs five-year contract with Wild
Niederreiter's contract, which has no no-trade protection and buys three of his unrestricted free agency years, was right in line with the market for other recent deals.
July 31, 2017
Can Wild avoid arbitration hearings with Niederreiter, Granlund?
Nino Niederreiter and Mikael Granlund are thought to be seeking long-term contracts north of $6 million annually. They have hearings scheduled for next week.
July 27, 2017
Wild's Boudreau among owners of new Twin Cities junior hockey team
The Tier III expansion team is based in Coon Rapids and will debut its 44-game schedule at home Sept. 22. The Wild coach will attend tryouts this weekend.
July 26, 2017
Scandella 'all ears' as he heads to Buffalo and coach Housley
Marco Scandella, the second-longest tenured Wild player until being traded, said he's looking forward to playing for Hall of Fame defenseman Phil Housley in Buffalo.
July 12, 2017
Wild turning attention to signing restricted free agents Granlund, Neiderreiter
Mikael Granlund and Nino Niederreiter, both coming off career years, have filed for salary arbitration. Their salaries will have an impact on other moves the Wild can make.
July 11, 2017
Wild addresses depth, signs seven on Day 1 of free agency
Veteran defenseman Kyle Quincey was the top signing Saturday, inking a one-year, $1.25 million deal. The Wild signed six others but talks with Matt Cullen haven’t led to deal.
July 2, 2017
Is Matt Cullen on Wild's free agency wish list?
Stanley Cup-winning center could be biggest move team makes on first day of wheeling and dealing.
July 1, 2017
