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Sebastian Egerton-Read

Seb has been writing about the NHL and ice hockey online for over a decade. A long-time passionate Bruins fan, it's a dream of his to be writing about this team, but don't expect him to hold back from telling some hard truths when necessary. Follow him on twitter @seberead

Jonas Brodin Brings Stability to Minnesota Wild Blue Line

Sebastian Egerton-Read | February 2, 2013

Rookie defenseman Jonas Brodin has played a critical role in stabilising the Minnesota Wild blue-line and has very quickly taken on a very important role.

Categories Minnesota Wild

Minnesota Wild Must Not Panic, Yet

Sebastian Egerton-Read | January 29, 2013

A recent article written by Minneapolis Star Tribune writer Michael Russo suggests that some panic buttons are being pushed. Russo commented on sloppy mistakes in terms of physical battles, defensive…

Categories Minnesota Wild

Three Thoughts On Minnesota Wild Start To 2013 NHL Season

Sebastian Egerton-Read | January 24, 2013

With a severe cold snap pounding us this week, it’s only fitting that this post is brought to you by Cotswold Outdoor. They offer a terrific line of clothing geared…

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NHL Eastern Conference Season Preview 2013: Six Contenders

Sebastian Egerton-Read | January 19, 2013

The NHL Eastern Conference season preview focuses on the strong challenge that Carolina, Philadelphia, Washington, Boston, the Rangers, and Pittsburgh pose.

Categories Previews and Predictions

NHL Western Conference Season Preview 2013: Wide Open Race

Sebastian Egerton-Read | January 17, 2013

The NHL’s Western conference produced a few surprises last season with the #8 seeded Los Angeles Kings eventually being crowned the conference’s champions. As many as 11 teams were in…

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NHL 2013 Preview: Minnesota Wild Spend For Success

Sebastian Egerton-Read | January 14, 2013

The Minnesota Wild captured the offseason headlines with the signing top free agents Zach Parise and Ryan Suter to 13-year deals worth around $98 million each. Suddenly, the Wild, who…

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NHL Playoff Seeds 2013: There Will Be Surprises

Sebastian Egerton-Read | January 11, 2013

Fellow THW writer Ian C McLaren wrote an interesting article earlier in the week reviewing the effects of a shortened NHL season on NHL playoff aspirations. The two points made in…

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Will Zach Parise Skate On The Top Line All Year?

Sebastian Egerton-Read | January 10, 2013

Zach Parise became a part of arguably the biggest day in Minnesota Wild history when he signed a long-term deal with the franchise for big-time money on the same day…

Categories Minnesota Wild, NHL News

Gary Bettman Set To Get Away With Another NHL Lockout

Sebastian Egerton-Read | January 7, 2013

Gary Bettman is set to get away with it again. After 113 days of NHL Lockout, the league and the NHLPA finally reached a tentative deal on a new collective…

Categories NHL News, The Business of Hockey

NHL Lockout: 5 Teams That Benefit From A Shortened NHL Season

Sebastian Egerton-Read | January 7, 2013

The NHL Lockout 2012 has ended. The Los Angeles Kings, Boston Bruins and a few others might just benefit from a delayed and a shortened NHL season in 2013.

Categories NHL News, Previews and Predictions

Houston Aeros: Good and Bad News For Minnesota Wild Prospects

Sebastian Egerton-Read | November 28, 2012

The AHL’s Houston Aeros were expected to be one of the league’s most exciting teams while the 2012 NHL Lockout remained in effect as a plethora of top Minnesota Wild…

Categories AHL, Minnesota Wild, NHL News, NHL Prospects

Top Five Minnesota Wild Defensemen All-Time

Sebastian Egerton-Read | October 25, 2012

This article was originally published in October, 2012. The Minnesota Wild have made a reputation for being a very strong defensive team, especially under first head coach Jacques Lemaire. They…

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