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The Hockey Loons

Hosted by Justin Wiggins · sports · EN-US · 75 episodes

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About this Podcast:

Justin Wiggins, Luke Sims, and Justin Hein discuss the latest Minnesota Wild news. Join them weekly for a wide-ranging conversation about the Wild and related NHL news.

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What is The Hockey Loons about?

Justin Wiggins, Luke Sims, and Justin Hein discuss the latest Minnesota Wild news. Join them weekly for a wide-ranging conversation about the Wild and related NHL news.

Who hosts The Hockey Loons?

The Hockey Loons is hosted by Justin Wiggins. The show has published 75 episodes to date.

What has The Hockey Loons covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Clash of Western Conference Titans" (20 October 2026, 43 minutes), "Rivalry Edition - Expansion Draft Cousins" (17 October 2026, 26 minutes), and "Can the Defensive Core of the Wild Keep This Up?" (12 October 2026, 30 minutes).

How often does The Hockey Loons publish?

The Hockey Loons publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 38 minutes across 75 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on The Hockey Loons?

Booking probability for The Hockey Loons is 33%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Hockey Loons requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Hockey Loons's contact route on record: verified email.

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About the host

Justin Wiggins hosts The Hockey Loons, a sports show with 75 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • Episode #74

    Clash of Western Conference Titans

    Oct 20, 202643 min

    Luke Sims and Justin Wiggins are back as The Hockey Loons preview the Minnesota Wild's massive clash against the Edmonton Oilers this week. With both teams being a top-line heavy team, how should the Wild handle the...

  • Episode #73

    Rivalry Edition - Expansion Draft Cousins

    Oct 17, 202626 min

    It's Rivalry Time! The Hockey Loons are thrilled to be joined for a special episode this week alongside Laura Norman and Jeremy Paul with CBJectively Speaking - a THPN show focused on the Columbus Blue Jackets. Justin...

  • Episode #72

    Can the Defensive Core of the Wild Keep This Up?

    Oct 12, 202630 min

    The Minnesota Wild are off to a solid start to their season even without Brock Faber anchoring the blue line alongside Quinn Hughes. Franchise stalwarts Jared Spurgeon and Jonas Brodin are key components of the stingy...

  • Episode #71

    Way Too Early Season Thoughts

    Oct 7, 202654 min

    Yes, the Minnesota Wild season just started. But that doesn't mean we can't come in off the top rope with our early season thoughts and concerns! It's Justin Hein, Luke Sims, and Justin Wiggins back again for their...

  • Episode #69

    Minnesota Wild Roster Hopefuls: Who Makes and Impact?

    Sep 23, 202631 min

    The Minnesota Wild's roster is mostly set, yet there are a few intriguing young players attempting to stamp their mark. Could any of the roster hopefuls make the team out of camp? More importantly, what would a...

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  • Episode #68

    Drafting From the Current Minnesota Wild Roster

    Sep 11, 202626 min

    After multiple episodes discussing the Quinn Hughes contract saga, the Hockey Loons needed a break. Time for some fun! Justin Hein, Luke Sims, and Justin Wiggins have a blast drafting a starting six from the current...

  • Episode #67

    Minnesota Wild 2026-27 Big Picture Outlook

    Sep 9, 202640 min

    Tony Abbott from hockeywilderness.com is our guest this week! With Justin Hein out, Tony, Luke Sims, and Justin Wiggins discuss big picture outlooks for the Minnesota Wild this season. Ranging from what has us excited...

  • Episode #65

    Who Should be the Next Captain of the Minnesota Wild?

    Aug 27, 202618 min

    Nobody wants to truly think about it, but Jared Spurgeon's career is coming to a close and the Minnesota Wild are going to have to name a new captain when that happens. Is the next captain of the Minnesota Wild on their...

  • Episode #64

    Will the Minnesota Wild Win the Central Division?

    Aug 24, 202633 min

    Justin Hein and Luke Sims hold down the fort this episode as they break down the Central Division in the NHL and where the Minnesota Wild fall as things currently stand. Can they overtake the Colorado Avalanche or...

  • Episode #63

    How Do the Wild Replace Matts Zuccarello on the Power Play?

    Aug 10, 202629 min

    The Hockey Loons are back to debate how the Wild should deploy their powerplay structure and personnel with the departure of Matts Zuccarello. Is it as simply as replacing his spot with another player, or should John...

  • Episode #62

    Minnesota Wild Offseason Reset

    Aug 1, 202643 min

    Your favorite Minnesota Wild podcast, Wilderness Talk, is now "The Hockey Loons"! Justin Hein, Luke Sims, and Justin Wiggins have exciting news to share before they dive deep into where the Minnesota Wild roster stands...

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    Dylan Larkin To The Minnesota Wild?

    Jun 18, 202634 min

    The season is over but the content keeps flowing. The Wilderness Talk guys return to address the Dylan Larkin trade request and the Minnesota Wild being on his short list of trade destinations! Luke Sims, Justin Hein...

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    Dylan Larkin To The Minnesota Wild?

    Jun 18, 202634 minS0

    <p>The season is over but the content keeps flowing. The Wilderness Talk guys return to address the Dylan Larkin trade request and the Minnesota Wild being on his short list of trade destinations! Luke Sims, Justin...

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    2025-26 Minnesota Wild In Memoriam

    May 25, 202655 minS0

    <p>With the Minnesota Wild's season ending at the hands of the Colorado Avalanche, the Wilderness Talk guys return to wrap up the second full season of the show. Justin Hein, Luke Sims, and Justin Wiggins discuss the...

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    Digging Out of An 0-2 Hole

    May 9, 202643 minS0

    <p>The Minnesota Wild find themselves in a sticky situation down 0-2 in their series against the vaulted Colorado Avalanche. But the Wilderness Talk guys are here to paint the road map for them to comeback in the...

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    Round Two in the Mile High City!

    May 3, 202646 minS0

    <p>The Wilderness Talk boys canceled their tee times with Jamie Benn, deciding it was best to preview the Minnesota Wild vs Colorado Avalanche round 2 series! With the Jonas Brodin and Joel Eriksson Ek injuries...

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    Minnesota Wild vs Dallas Stars: Epic First Round Preview

    Apr 18, 202650 minS0

    <p>An epic first round matchup deserves and epic first round preview. Join the Wilderness Talk crew, alongside guest Jayden Homuth, as they get you ready for perhaps the most anticipated playoff series in Wild history...

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    Down The Stretch

    Apr 7, 202638 minS0

    <p>How should the Minnesota Wild handle their lineup over the last five regular season games with the #2 seed in the Central Division in reach? The Wilderness Talk guys are back and spend the next half hour debating...

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    Minnesota Wild Playoff Preparations

    Apr 2, 202638 minS0

    <p>The Wild continue to play mediocre hockey, but maybe it's just them preparing for the most anticipated playoff run in their history? Justin Wiggins and Luke Sims are joined by Jaydon Heymuth as our guest this week to...

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    Post Trade Deadline Wild: How Much Better Are They?

    Mar 17, 202649 minS0

    <p>The Wilderness Talk guys are back and ready to give their early reactions to how the new additions at the trade deadline have fit into the lineup. From Bobby Brink to Nick Foligno and Michael McCarron, did the Wild...

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