Ep #80 Wild On 7th Jake Middleton, Dad Strength, and a Strong Start

Minnesota Wild owner Craig Leipold returns to Wild on 7th for some laughs, some brainstorming, and some insider info about all things Wild. Carts and King talk about Craig's recent appearance in The Hockey News, his take on the Hard trophy, what he thinks about Kirill, the injury list, and what the future looks like in Saint Paul. Get your Fiji waters on ice for this one, because Craig is bringing the heat, and surprise surprise, owning a winning team is fun.

In this week’s episode, Carts and Kinger open with thoughts on Minnesota’s championship hopes and the Wild’s impressive road success. Then, Wild forward, #12 Matt Boldy drops by for a charming third appearance on the show. The guys talk World Championships, the Cheesecake Factory, and hotel arrival protocols. Does Bolds prefer a tight tuck on his sheets? you’ll have to take a listen.

The wives are back! Danielle Spurgeon returns to the pod and brings along Lauren Hartman for her first appearance. The duo joins Carts and Kinger to chat about everything from Lego collecting to pulltab etiquette. Get a behind the scenes look at the challenges and joys of being an NHL wife on this week’s episode! Kick off the New Year with your favorite Wild podcast.

Hockey legend Mike Modano joins Carts and Kinger for an episode full of stories, hot takes, and deep dives that hockey fans won’t want to miss. Mike shares his thoughts on the 4 Nations, debates in on whether a Stanley Cup or a gold medal holds more glory, and even gets into the weeds with Wild lineup breakdowns. Stick around for Mikes USA Hockey stories and plenty of insights from one of the greatest American-born players to ever lace ‘em up!

#46 Captain of the Minnesota Wild, Jared Spurgeon, revisits his favorite Wild podcast and brings along a side of him that even our hosts have't seen. Jared talks about his team, how they support each other, chirp each other, and how they appreciate a nice "sauce" to one another. Carts and King talk ODRs, the red dragon, puffy vests, and more, but stick around for Pulltab etiquette towards the end of the show. If you don't know anything about Pulltab's, this would be a solid introduction before you make your way over to Bunny's. Rip the doors off with Spurg in this weeks episode.

Happy Thanksgiving from Wild on 7th! Carts and King sit down to reminisce about the holiday hunger games, talk ODR's, whiteouts, and more, while the Minnesota Wild are leading the league and have the leading scorer. Things on West 7th are Wild, but arguably just as wild on the road, as this team is finding ways to win wherever they lace up. Kick back, relax, and nurse that weekend hangover back to health with another Wild on 7th, your favorite Wild podcast. 

The #38 Special, Minnesota Wild forward Ryan Hartman drops by the pod for another entertaining conversation, ranging from trucks to fatherhood to holiday cheer. The crew talks about Hartzy's love of the outdoors, fishing for bass and muskie, some recent purchases that Dirty Harry might appreciate, and wearing your new jacket to the rink. Pony up and buy that leather jacket you've been eyeing, because you should attack life like Hartzy attacks competition, worry free with a chip on your shoulder.

Friend of the show, Minnesota Wild defenseman, #5 Jake Middleton returns to the pod, and seemingly didn't want to leave, so buckle up for a longer show this week. "Jake Midstrom," as Wes Walz coined recently, talks about the strong start from the squad, welcoming his first child to the world, his tape job, playing with Kirill and so much more. Throw on a hoodie, or maybe a crew neck if that's more your style, and get ready for all things Jake Middleton.

Sorry for the delay on this weeks episode, but we got hit by a MOOSE and it took a second to recover. Carts and King dive into youth hockey updates, beer league shenanigans, the recent road trip, and how Hynes brings the "hard." Alternate Captain Marcus Foligno also drops by to discuss his role as a leader, his Sudbury Ontario summers, fun with family, and maintaining balance on and off the ice. When Moose enters the room you listen up, so listen up to Wild on 7th.

Welcome to the positivity palace this week, as Carts and King find it difficult to find any gaps in the Wild's games as of late. Kinger has been riding the wave on this fantastic voyage, and by the sounds of it, might need to mix in some vitamin C, as our guest Yakov Trenin shares stories about the Russian National team, dropping the mitts, his love of video games, and his love/hate or just plain lack of Borscht. The squad seems to be clicking, our mustachioed man is now a father, the lineup is strong, and positivity is leading to points.