Middleton picked up an assist with a plus-2 rating in Saturday's 2-0 win over the Ducks.
The veteran blueliner missed the prior two games due to an illness, but Middleton slotted back in on the second pairing Saturday alongside Jared Spurgeon and fed Matt Boldy for an empty-netter late in the third period. Middleton has just two points, both assists, in 17 games this season, but he's also contributed 29 blocked shots, 26 hits, 26 PIM, 14 shots on net and a minus-1 rating.
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Wild's Jake Middleton: Ready to return
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Middleton (illness) is good to play Saturday versus Anaheim, per Michael Russo of The Athletic.
Middleton was initially considered doubtful for the game, but it seems he'll be in the lineup after all. He's projected to serve on the second pairing alongside Jared Spurgeon. Middleton has an assist, 26 hits and 29 blocks in 16 appearances this year.
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Wild's Jake Middleton: Doubtful Saturday
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Middleton (illness) is not expected to play in Saturday's home game versus Anaheim, per Michael Russo of The Athletic.
Middleton has missed the Wild's previous two games due to the injury. Look for David Jiricek to remain in the lineup. Middleton is without a point in 12 games this season.
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Wild's Jake Middleton: Deemed game-time call for Saturday
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Middleton (illness) is considered a game-time decision for Saturday's matchup against the Ducks, Michael Russo of The Athletic reports.
Middleton has missed Minnesota's last two games due to an illness. Head coach John Hynes said Friday that Middleton is still dealing with some effects of the illness, so the team's medical staff will evaluate him further Saturday before determining his status against Anaheim. If Middleton is unable to play, David Jiricek will likely remain in the lineup for a third consecutive game.
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Wild's Jake Middleton: Not playing Tuesday
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Middleton (illness) won't play against San Jose on Tuesday, Jessi Pierce of NHL.com reports.
Middleton didn't participate in Tuesday's morning skate and will miss his second straight game. He has contributed one assist, 14 shots on goal, 29 blocked shots and 26 hits across 16 appearances this season. Due to Middleton's absence, David Jiricek will be in the lineup for Tuesday's matchup against the Sharks.
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Wild's Jake Middleton: Late scratch
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Middleton is not suiting up for Sunday's home matchup versus Calgary due to an illness.
Middleton will miss his first game of the season Sunday. David Jiricek, who was a healthy scratch for the team's last two games, will take Middleton's place in the lineup against the Flames. The 29-year-old Middleton's next chance to play will be Tuesday against San Jose.
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Wild's Jake Middleton: Posts helper in loss
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Middleton notched an assist and four PIM in Friday's 5-1 loss to the Capitals.
Middleton earned his first point in five outings this season when he helped out on a Marcus Johansson tally. Offense isn't the primary reason for Middleton to be in the lineup -- he's a physical shutdown defenseman. The 29-year-old has collected 13 PIM, 11 blocked shots, seven hits and a minus-1 rating while seeing bottom-four minutes early in the season.
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Wild's Jake Middleton: Registers assist Tuesday
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Middleton posted an assist, two shots on goal, four hits and five blocked shots in Tuesday's 3-2 overtime loss to the Golden Knights in Game 5.
Middleton got on the scoresheet for the first time this postseason when he helped out on Matt Boldy's third-period tally. The 29-year-old Middleton is playing big minutes in a top-four role, but he's there for his shutdown skills rather than his offense. The blueliner has added six shots on net, 10 hits, 19 blocked shots and a plus-2 rating over five playoff games.
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Wild's Jake Middleton: Earns helper in return
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Middleton notched an assist, two shots on goal and two blocked shots in Tuesday's 3-2 overtime win over the Ducks.
Middleton missed four games due to an upper-body injury sustained April 4 versus the Islanders. He logged 18:18 of ice time in his return, playing on the second pairing. The 29-year-old will likely see heavy minutes as a top-four blueliner in the playoffs. He ends the regular season with 21 points, 97 shots, 157 blocks, 99 hits, 40 PIM and a plus-11 rating over 67 appearances.
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Wild's Jake Middleton: Ready to rock
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Middleton (upper body) will play against Anaheim on Tuesday, Jessi Pierce of NHL.com reports.
Middleton will return from a four-game absence as the Wild seek to secure a playoff berth. He has generated eight goals, 20 points, 95 shots on net, 155 blocked shots and 98 hits across 66 appearances this season. With Middleton and Jared Spurgeon (neck) ready to return, Declan Chisholm and Zeev Buium will be healthy scratches versus the Ducks.
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Wild's Jake Middleton: Still out Saturday
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Middleton (upper body) won't play Saturday versus the Canucks, Michael Russo of The Athletic reports.
The Wild will be without Middleton and Jared Spurgeon (neck) for Saturday's contest. Middleton will miss his fourth straight game after being injured versus the Islanders on April 4. Declan Chisholm will stay in Saturday's lineup and continue to play until Minnesota's defense corps returns to full health.
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Wild's Jake Middleton: Not expected to play
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Middleton (upper body) is not expected to be in the lineup for Friday's game versus the Flames, Michael Russo of The Athletic reports.
Middleton was labeled a game-time decision, but the defenseman wasn't on a pairing during line rushes. The 29-year-old could still be an option Saturday against the Canucks -- it's possible the Wild are simply avoiding having him play back-to-back games. Jon Merrill and Declan Chisholm will both be in the lineup because of Middleton's absence.
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Wild's Jake Middleton: Game-time decision Friday
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Middleton (upper body) may return to the lineup versus Calgary on Friday, Michael Russo of The Athletic reports.
Middleton will be a game-time decision as coach John Hynes stated that he will talk to him after warmups to see if Middleton is healthy enough to play. Middleton has eight goals, 12 assists, 155 blocked shots and 98 hits over 66 outings this season.
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Wild's Jake Middleton: Slated to travel with team
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Middleton (upper body) will travel with the Wild ahead of their two-game road trip that begins Friday in Calgary, Michael Russo of The Athletic reports.
Middleton has missed the last two games due to an upper-body injury, but he's day-to-day with just three games remaining on Minnesota's regular-season schedule. It seems possible that he'll be available for at least one of the team's upcoming road games. Over 66 appearances this season, he's recorded eight goals, 12 assists, 155 blocked shots and 98 hits while averaging 21:56 of ice time.
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Wild's Jake Middleton: Won't play Wednesday
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Middleton (upper body) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against San Jose, Jessi Pierce of NHL.com reports.
Middleton will miss his second straight outing but remains day-to-day ahead of Minnesota's final three games of the 2024-25 regular season. He has registered eight goals, 20 points, 95 shots on net, 155 blocked shots and 98 hits across 66 appearances this season. Declan Chisholm will remain in the lineup until Middleton returns.
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Wild's Jake Middleton: Won't play Sunday
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Middleton (upper body) won't play Sunday against the Stars.
Middleton remains day-to-day after leaving Friday's 3-1 loss to the Islanders with an injury following a hit from Bo Horvat. Declan Chisholm will likely enter the lineup in Middleton's absence.
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Wild's Jake Middleton: Hurt in Friday's game
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Middleton (upper body) did not finish Friday's game versus the Islanders, Michael Russo of The Athletic reports.
Middleton was driven into the boards in the second period by Bo Horvat, and he left the ice with assistance from the trainer. There was no update on Middleton's status following the contest, but the initial reaction suggests this could be a serious injury. Declan Chisholm is likely to enter the lineup if Middleton is forced to miss time.
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Wild's Jake Middleton: Chips in assist Monday
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Middleton supplied an assist and three shots on goal in Monday's 3-2 shootout loss to the Devils.
Middleton was limited to two points (one goal, one assist) over 15 games in March. His slowdown on offense late in the season didn't stop him from reaching the 20-point mark -- that's where he's at through 64 appearances, but he likely won't match last year's 25-point total. Middleton has added 94 shots on net, 94 hits, 151 blocked shots, 40 PIM and a plus-11 rating in 2024-25.
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Wild's Jake Middleton: Snaps drought with goal
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Middleton scored a goal on three shots and blocked two shots in Saturday's 5-1 loss to the Blues.
Middleton was in the right place at the right time, picking up the puck after some miscommunication by the Blues in their own zone. He fired home the Wild's lone goal of the game at 12:47 of the second period. Middleton ended his 10-game point drought and is now at a career-high eight goals while adding 11 assists, 85 shots on net, 80 hits, 139 blocked shots, 40 PIM and a plus-12 rating over 56 appearances. He'll continue to see heavy defensive minutes while Jonas Brodin (lower body) is sidelined.
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Wild's Jake Middleton: Slows down on offense
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Middleton's point drought reached 10 games in Thursday's 3-2 overtime loss to the Rangers.
Middleton was tracking toward a career year early in the season, but an 11-game absence due to a hand injury has hampered his efforts. Since he returned with a two-point effort Jan. 7, he's been limited to three points across his last 25 outings and none in his last 10. For the season, the blueliner is at seven goals, 11 assists, a plus-13 rating, 82 shots on net, 79 hits, 136 blocked shots and 40 PIM over 55 appearances. The 20-point mark is still in reach if he can steer out of the slump, but it's increasingly unlikely he'll match his 25-point total from last year.
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