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Aaron Heckmann

Aaron Heckmann is a journalism & broadcasting student. He covers the Wild for The Hockey Writers & Zone Coverage's 10krinks. His data-driven articles are focused on solving problems, telling stories, and discovering unique storylines. Find him on Twitter @aaron_heckmann.

NHL Midseason Awards: Evaluating the Frontrunners for Each Award

Aaron Heckmann | March 20, 2021

The NHL has officially passed the halfway mark of the 2020-21 season. There have been several huge surprises, disappointments, risers, and fallers so far this season. Let’s examine the frontrunners…

Categories Advanced Stats

Wild News & Rumors: Soucy Suspension, Kahkonen & Boldy

Aaron Heckmann | March 18, 2021

Welcome to the second installment of Minnesota Wild News & Rumors where we keep you up to date on the latest news, rumors about the team. In case you missed it,…

Categories Column, Minnesota Wild, News and Rumors

Minnesota Wild: Seattle Expansion Draft Protection List

Aaron Heckmann | March 16, 2021

August will mark two years since Bill Guerin became the general manager of the Minnesota Wild. He has dealt with almost everything that comes with the job so far, which…

Categories Editor's Choice, Minnesota Wild, NHL Expansion, Seattle Kraken

Minnesota Wild Are Dominant at 5-on-5 This Season

Aaron Heckmann | March 16, 2021

The Minnesota Wild currently sits second in the Honda West Division. There is no doubt this comes as a surprise to many who had them as a bubble and fringe…

Categories Advanced Stats, Minnesota Wild

Minnesota Wild News & Rumors: Fans Returning, Foligno Injury & More

Aaron Heckmann | March 15, 2021

Welcome to the first installment of Minnesota Wild news and rumors. These will keep you updated on the latest news, rumors, and updates on the Wild. This first article features…

Categories Editor's Choice, Minnesota Wild

Wild Weekly: 4-Game Win Streak, Kaprizov Hat Trick & More

Aaron Heckmann | March 15, 2021

Welcome to this week’s installment of Minnesota Wild Weekly, which will take a look at the past week of Wild hockey. It will include notes, the biggest takeaways, and, of…

Categories Column, Minnesota Wild

A Night to Remember: Wild’s Kaprizov Scores First Career NHL Hat Trick

Aaron Heckmann | March 13, 2021

It has been almost six years in the making for the Wild to finally see their budding star winger hit the ice. After being selected in the 5th round in…

Categories Minnesota Wild

Minnesota Wild Need to Sell at Trade Deadline

Aaron Heckmann | March 10, 2021

As the NHL Trade Deadline approaches, teams will have to evaluate their roster and how their team is trending. While it can always be said that this is a critical…

Categories Minnesota Wild, Trade Deadline

Minnesota Wild: Zach Parise’s Concerning Play Is Becoming Problematic

Aaron Heckmann | March 9, 2021

Ever since Zach Parise signed his monumental and franchise-altering 13-year, $98 million contract in the summer of 2012, he has been the Wild’s go-to forward in the most crucial situations.…

Categories Minnesota Wild

Analytics Report: Matthews, McDavid, Vasilevskiy & More

Aaron Heckmann | March 1, 2021

Welcome to the first installment of the analytics report that I will do throughout the season. It will be a comprehensive stat check around the league where I will dive…

Categories Advanced Stats, Column

Minnesota Wild Notes: Kaprizov, Zuccarello & Rask Stepping Up Strong

Aaron Heckmann | February 25, 2021

Kirill Kaprizov has been one of the best forwards for the Minnesota Wild this season after finally making his NHL debut. Victor Rask has arguably just played his best string…

Categories Advanced Stats, Minnesota Wild

Minnesota Wild Power Play Needs a Rebuild From Top to Bottom

Aaron Heckmann | February 24, 2021

The Minnesota Wild’s power play struggles will become increasingly problematic real fast, as if it hasn’t already become a barrier. It has been an issue all season, and nothing has…

Categories Advanced Stats, Minnesota Wild
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