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Garners helper Zuccarello posted an assist in Friday's 3-2 overtime win over the Stars.

Impact Zuccarello has a helper in consecutive contests and six points over seven contests since he returned from a lower-body injury. The winger set up Jonas Brodin's tally in the third period that sparked the Wild's rally. Zuccarello is up to 20 points, 44 shots on net and a plus-8 rating through 23 appearances, but his offense may suffer if Kirill Kaprizov (lower body) misses more time after being unavailable Friday.

DECEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Produces assist Monday Zuccarello notched an assist and three shots on goal in Monday's 4-3 win over the Blackhawks.

Impact Zuccarello has recorded a goal and four assists over six games since he returned from a lower-body injury. As usual, he's serving as an efficient playmaker in a top-line role. The winger has a total of seven goals, 12 assists, 43 shots on net and a plus-7 rating through 22 appearances.

DECEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores lone goal in loss Zuccarello scored a goal on six shots and added two hits in Friday's 2-1 loss to Utah.

Impact The goal was Zuccarello's first in four games since he returned from a lower-body injury. He's added three assists in that span while immediately reclaiming a top-line role alongside Kirill Kaprizov and Marco Rossi, who assisted on his tally. Zuccarello is up to seven goals, 18 points, 37 shots on net and a plus-7 rating through 20 appearances this season. Even at 37 years old, his offense remains strong, so he can help fantasy managers in need of offense, particularly assists and power-play production.

DECEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Adds pair of helpers Zuccarello recorded two assists in Sunday's 3-2 loss to the Golden Knights.

Impact Zuccarello has three helpers over two games since he returned from a lower-body injury. He's immediately regained his top-line role and spot on the first power-play unit, and he's had no issues with rust after a 13-game absence. The 37-year-old winger is at six goals, 11 helpers, 30 shots on net and a plus-7 rating through 18 appearances, serving as a strong playmaker who should play a big part in the Wild's success on offense.

DECEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assist in return from injury Zuccarello (lower body) picked up an assist Saturday in a 4-1 win over Philadelphia.

Impact Zuccarello, who sustained a lower-body injury after being hit with a shot on Nov. 14, had missed the 13 games. At 37, the Hobbit is still a strong fantasy contributor. Zuccarello has 15 points (six goals, nine assists) in 17 games this season, and he's coming off 63 points, including 51 assists, in 69 games. He's right back on the Wild's top line with Kirill Kaprizov and Marco Rossi, as well as PP1. And he'll continue to shine.

DECEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Removed from LTIR Zuccarello (lower body) was activated from long-term injured reserve ahead of Saturday's game versus Philadelphia, according to Jessi Pierce of NHL.com.

Impact Zuccarello should return to a top-six role and see power-play time after missing the last 13 games. He has accounted for six goals, 14 points and 29 shots on net through 16 appearances this season.

DECEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Begins skating Zuccarello (lower body) has resumed skating, Michael Russo of The Athletic reports Tuesday.

Impact Zuccarello is on long-term injured reserve, but he has already missed the required 10 games and 24 days to be eligible to return. The 37-year-old still needs to get into full-team practices, so his return is still likely to be at least a few more days away.

DECEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Designated for LTIR Zuccarello (lower body) was placed on long-term injured reserve Tuesday.

Impact Considering Zuccarello has already missed eight games due to his lower-body injury, this switch to LTIR isn't expected to significantly impact his recovery timeline. The veteran winger will need to be out through at least the team's next three contests, though with a road trip in the mix, the earliest potential return date is likely Dec. 12 back home against Edmonton. In the meantime, Matt Boldy should continue to fill a first-line role with Zuccarello on the shelf.

DECEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Wild WIthout Mats Zuccarello For A Few Weeks After Forward Takes Puck To Groin Wild vet Mats Zuccarello will miss three to four weeks after getting hit in the groin with a puck and needing surgery.

NOVEMBER 16, 2024 • OUTKICK.COM

Wild RW Mats Zuccarello out 3 to 4 weeks with lower-body injury after getting hit by teammate's shot

Minnesota Wild right wing Mats Zuccarello had surgery on a lower-body injury and will likely be sidelined for three to four weeks

NOVEMBER 15, 2024 • Associated Press

Wild winger Mats Zuccarello will be out 3-4 weeks after surgery The veteran forward was injured when hit with a shot during Thursday’s victory over Montreal.

NOVEMBER 15, 2024 • STARTRIBUNE.COM

Undergoes surgery Zuccarello (lower body) underwent surgery Thursday night and is expected to miss 3-4 weeks, Sarah McLellan of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

Impact Zuccarello sustained a lower-body injury during Thursday's game against Montreal and was placed on injured reserve Friday. He's facing a multi-week absence following his procedure, and he's unlikely to be in the mix to return until at least early-to-mid-December. Matt Boldy could take on a first-line role in Zuccarello's absence.

NOVEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Placed on IR Zuccarello (lower body) has been designated for injured reserve Friday, per the NHL media site.

Impact Zuccarello's placement on injured reserve will rule him out for at least the Wild's next three contests, though it could certainly be longer. It's a huge blow for Minnesota considering the 37-year-old winger was off to a tremendous start to the season with 14 points in 16 outings. With Zuccarello on the shelf, Matt Boldy could be elevated to a first-line role alongside Marco Rossi.

NOVEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Departs Thursday's game Zuccarello (lower body) won't return to Thursday's game versus the Canadiens.

Impact Zuccarello was struck by a Brock Faber shot in the first period and was unable to get back into the game. The 37-year-old Zuccarello should be considered day-to-day ahead of Saturday's game against the Stars.

NOVEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Points in three straight games Zuccarello registered an assist in Sunday's 2-1 overtime loss to the Blackhawks.

Impact Zuccarello has a goal and two assists during his current three-game point streak. He hasn't had a streak go past four contests yet this season, but he's been consistent as a top-line presence. The 37-year-old winger is up to six goals, eight helpers, 29 shots on net and a plus-6 rating over 15 appearances this season.

NOVEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist in win Zuccarello recorded an assist, two blocked shots and a plus-2 rating in Friday's 5-2 win over the Ducks.

Impact Zuccarello has a goal and an assist over his last two games. The 37-year-old helped out on the first of Kirill Kaprizov's two goals in this contest. Zuccarello has done well to limit any quiet stretches this season -- he's gotten on the scoresheet in 10 of 14 games with no slump longer than two outings. The veteran winger is at 13 points, 28 shots on net and a plus-6 rating while filling his usual spots on the top line and first power-play unit.

NOVEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Tickles twine in win Zuccarello scored a goal in Thursday's 5-2 win over the Sharks.

Impact Zuccarello had no trouble burying a pass from Kirill Kaprizov at 8:01 of the second period to restore a one-goal lead for the Wild. This was Zuccarello's first tally in four games in November. The winger is up to six goals, 12 points, 28 shots on net and a plus-4 rating through 13 appearances. As long as he's on the top line, the 37-year-old should be a steady source of points for fantasy managers.

NOVEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Offers pair of helpers Zuccarello notched two assists, two PIM and a plus-2 rating in Friday's 5-3 win over the Lightning.

Impact Zuccarello helped out on goals by Joel Eriksson Ek and Kirill Kaprizov in this contest. This was Zuccarello's third multi-point effort of the season as he continues to offer strong offense in a top-line role. The 37-year-old winger is up to five goals, six assists, 23 shots on net, four PIM and a plus-7 rating over 10 appearances. It's fair to question how long Zuccarello can keep up this level of offense, but it doesn't look like his age will be a problem in 2024-25.

NOVEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win over Pittsburgh Zuccarello scored a goal in Tuesday's 5-3 win over the Penguins.

Impact The 37-year-old forward continues to produce almost on a game-to-game basis, as evidenced by the fact he's up to nine points in nine games so far in 2024-25. This was his fifth goal of the campaign, ranking tied for the team's lead in the category with Kirill Kaprizov.

OCTOBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 30, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Kirill Kaprizov Fires Spinning Pass To Set Up Mats Zuccarello Goal

OCTOBER 30, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Two-point effort in win Zuccarello scored an even-strength goal and added a power-play assist in Tuesday's 5-1 win over the Panthers.

Impact Both points came in the second period as the Wild put the game away. Zuccarello has found the scoresheet in five of the first six games this season, and the veteran winger has racked up four goals and seven points -- including a goal and two helpers on the power play.

OCTOBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Tacks on insurance tally Zuccarello scored a goal on two shots in Saturday's 3-1 win over the Blue Jackets.

Impact Zuccarello got on the scoresheet with his third goal of the season, stretching the Wild's lead to 3-0 midway through the third period. He's been held without a point just once in five games this season, earning five points, 12 shots on net and a plus-4 rating in his usual top-line role. The 37-year-old winger's continued chemistry with Kirill Kaprizov has helped him defy the aging curve, and Zuccarello's off to a hot start in his 15th NHL campaign.

OCTOBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers assist in win Tuesday Zuccarello notched an assist in Tuesday's 4-1 win over the Blues.

Impact The 37-year-old winger is enjoying a strong start to the campaign and has racked up points in three of his first four contests. He's up to two goals and two assists while also adding 10 shots and three hits. Zuccarello will aim to start a new point streak when the Wild take on the Blue Jackets on Saturday.

OCTOBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in consecutive games Zuccarello scored a goal and added an assist in Saturday's 5-4 shootout loss to the Kraken. He also posted five shots, two hits and a plus-2 rating.

Impact Zuccarello has found the back of the net in back-to-back games, and the 37-year-old winger is enjoying a strong start to the campaign, one in which he figures to be a top contributor for the Wild once again. Zuccarello has recorded at least 60 points in three straight seasons, and while he had a down year as a scorer in 2023-24, he's turning things around in the early stages of this new campaign.

OCTOBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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