Podcast: Wild gets even, Wolves blow chance, Byron Buxton calls game

Host Michael Rand tackles big subjects on today’s episode, including a 5-2 victory in Game 2 at Vegas helped the Wild even their series at 1-1 heading back to St. Paul. Should we be optimistic about the series overall?

The Minnesota Star Tribune
April 23, 2025 at 3:35PM
Minnesota Wild left wing Marcus Foligno, left, and center Gustav Nyquist (41) celebrate Foligno's goal Tuesday against Vegas. (David Becker/The Associated Press)

Host Michael Rand tackles four big subjects on today’s episode:

  • A 5-2 victory in Game 2 at Vegas helped the Wild even their series at 1-1 heading back to St. Paul. Should we be optimistic about the series overall?
    • The Wolves let an opportunity slip away in a 94-85 loss in Game 2 against the Lakers. They will need an offensive recalibration in Game 3 Friday at Target Center.
      • Emily Leiker joins Rand to set up the Vikings’ options in the draft.
        • Byron Buxton called game for the Twins.

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          Michael Rand

          Columnist / Reporter

          Michael Rand is the Minnesota Star Tribune's Digital Sports Senior Writer and host/creator of the Daily Delivery podcast. In 25 years covering Minnesota sports at the Minnesota Star Tribune, he has seen just about everything (except, of course, a Vikings Super Bowl).

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