Joel Eriksson Ek's Season Breakdown | NHL News

NHL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 31, 2026 · 1m

Joel Eriksson Ek had a solid, injury-plagued season with the Minnesota Wild, putting up 51 points in 70 games and leading the team in hits with 106 — but his defensive stats, especially blocked shots, held him back. Despite missing chunks of time and finishing with a B grade, his offensive punch and physicality made him a key two-way center. In the playoffs, he chipped in five points in six games before breaking his heel bone in Game 6, sidelining him for the rest of the run. With 56 points across 76 games and undeniable impact, the Wild need him healthy next year to unlock his full…