Kaprizov: Wild's Playoff Push with New Depth

0:00For the NHL, it's March 19th. Here's what's happening. Make sure you're subscribed so you never miss an update. Carole Caprizov of the Minnesota Wild is tied for 9th in NHL scoring with 80 points from 38 goals and 42 assists in 69 games. Even so, the star forward emits he's not at his peak yet, citing turnovers and off-nights as he pushes for better play before the playoffs. The Wild sit third in the central division with a 39-18-12 record and just one 4-3 and over time against the Chicago. Black hawks. Their four points behind second place Dallas and it made the playoffs six times in the last seven seasons. Chicago's Connor Bedard raved about Caprizov's puck skills, hockey scents, and skating, calling him one of the league's best to watch. Caprizov, who broke the Wild's all-time goals record with 223 this month, leads his team in power play tallies and shares the game-winning goals lead.

1:00Despite the regular season's success, Minnesota has an advance past the first playoff round since 2014-15, dropping 9. Straight series. Caprizov stresses that playoffs demand focus on tiny details from everyone, staying ready every game, and avoiding injuries. To strengthen their postseason push, the Wild added defenseman Quinn Hughes from Vancouver, plus forwards Michael McCarran, and Nick Filino. Caprizov says the new depth makes them bigger, more physical, and tougher when clicking at full strength. This episode is proudly sponsored by our partner. Podcasts hit different when the sound comes from your pillow. Once you try it, it just makes sense. S-O-L-I-SoliPillow.com