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Contributes two assists Sturm logged two assists, two shots on goal and two hits in Wednesday's 4-3 overtime loss to the Avalanche in Game 5.

Impact This was Sturm's first multi-point effort since Dec. 7, 2023. He ended the postseason at one goal, four assists, 10 shots on net, 17 hits and an even plus-minus rating over eight appearances. The Wild could experience some turnover at forward this offseason, but Sturm is under contract and will be in contention for bottom-six minutes if he remains with the team to start 2026-27.

MAY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Brett Kulak scores 3:52 into OT, Avs advance to West final with 4-3 win over Wild

Brett Kulak scored 3:52 into overtime after Nathan MacKinnon tied it late in regulation and the Colorado Avalanche advanced to the Western Conference final with a 4-3 victory over...

MAY 14 • Associated Press

Scores in Game 4 loss Sturm scored a goal on three shots and added two hits in Monday's 5-2 loss to the Avalanche in Game 4.

Impact Sturm netted his first goal of the playoffs, tying the game at 2-2 at 9:15 of the third period. He's earned three points, eight shots on net, 15 hits and a minus-1 rating over seven postseason contests. Sturm continues to fill a fourth-line role while the Wild are thinned out at center in the absence of Joel Eriksson Ek (lower body).

MAY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Avalanche bounce back to beat the Wild 5-2 and take a 3-1 lead in the series

Ross Colton and Parker Kelly each scored their first goals of the postseason in the third period for Colorado as the Avalanche snapped back from a midseries lull and beat the Minne...

MAY 12 • Associated Press

Avalanche vs. Wild | NHL Playoff Highlights | Game 4 | May 11, 2026

MAY 12 • YOUTUBE

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MAY 12 • YOUTUBE

Wild beat Stars 5-2 for first playoff series win in 11 years

Quinn Hughes led Minnesota to its first playoff series victory in 11 years, scoring twice in the Wild’s 5-2 victory over the Dallas Stars in Game 6 on Thursday night

MAY 1 • Associated Press

Sets up tying goal Sturm registered an assist and two shots on goal in Saturday's 3-2 overtime win over the Stars in Game 4.

Impact Sturm set up a Marcus Foligno goal in the third period. This ended a five-game point drought for Sturm, who has played the last two contests while both of Yakov Trenin (upper body) and Mats Zuccarello (upper body) are out of the lineup. Sturm was limited to 11 points over 49 regular-season appearances this year, and prior to this campaign, he had a total of five points in 30 career playoff outings.

APRIL 26 • ROTOWIRE

Finds twine in loss Sturm scored a goal in Thursday's 2-1 loss to Chicago.

Impact Sturm sparked a comeback effort for the Wild with his goal late in the second period, but Minnesota would be shut out the rest of the way. Overall, the 30-year-old forward has five goals, 11 points, 34 shots on net and 49 hits through 45 games this season. While he's only added offensive contributions every so often, he has two goals over his last five games and is shooting 50 percent in that span. While his fantasy value is limited on Minnesota's fourth line, his recent efficiency could lead to more playing time with the team moving forward.

MARCH 20 • ROTOWIRE

Blackhawks vs. Wild | NHL Highlights | March 19, 2026

MARCH 20 • YOUTUBE

Bedard scores, Blackhawks hang for first win over Wild in seven years

Connor Bedard scored a goal and defenseman Alex Vlasic made a game-saving stop as time ran out as the Chicago Blackhawks beat the Minnesota Wild 2-1 to snap the NHL’s longest activ...

MARCH 20 • Associated Press

Pots shortie in shootout loss Sturm scored a shorthanded goal and added two hits in Sunday's 3-2 shootout loss to the Avalanche.

Impact Sturm ended a 12-game point drought with the tally. The 30-year-old forward could be at risk of losing his place in the lineup once the Wild are healthier -- the team is missing Marcus Johansson (upper body) and Marcus Foligno (lower body) currently. Sturm has earned just 10 points with 31 shots on net, 44 hits and 16 blocked shots over 41 appearances.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

MacKinnon scores in shootout to lift Avalanche over Wild 3-2

Nathan MacKinnon scored his NHL-leading 43rd goal and scored the winning goal in a shootout, lifting the Colorado Avalanche to a 3-2 victory over the Minnesota Wild on Sunday in a...

MARCH 8 • Associated Press

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FEBRUARY 18 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Returning to action Monday Sturm (illness) will suit up against the Canadiens on Monday, Jessi Pierce of NHL.com reports.

Impact Sturm will be back in the lineup after missing just one game due to illness. The veteran forward has been struggling offensively, going 13 games without a goal while generating a mere two helpers. Tyler Pitlick figures to be the odd man out with Sturm returning to a bottom-six role.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Out of lineup Saturday Sturm (illness) won't play versus the Oilers on Saturday.

Impact Tyler Pitlick will enter the lineup in Sturm's place. With the absence, Sturm will end January with one goal, two assists, nine shots on net and 13 hits over 14 appearances. His next chance to play is Monday versus the Canadiens.

FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 16 • YOUTUBE

Tacks on goal Sturm scored a goal in Friday's 5-2 win over the Ducks.

Impact Sturm had the Wild's fifth goal to help secure the win. The 30-year-old chipped in with five points over 15 outings in December, and he continues to add a little depth scoring from a bottom-six role. Overall, he's produced three goals, seven points, 21 shots on net, 22 hits, 11 blocked shots and a plus-3 rating across 20 appearances.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Danila Yurov scores 2 goals, Quinn Hughes has 4 assists as surging Wild beat Ducks 5-2

Danila Yurov scored twice, Quinn Hughes had four assists and the Minnesota Wild beat the Anaheim Ducks 5-2

JANUARY 3 • Associated Press

Pots empty-netter Sturm scored an empty-net goal on three shots in Saturday's 5-2 win over the Oilers.

Impact Sturm ended his 11-game goal drought with the tally. He had three assists and 13 shots on net during that span. The 30-year-old forward is in the lineup for his defensive skills more than anything, as he's chipped in five points over 14 appearances while adding 18 shots on net, 14 hits and eight blocked shots.

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Matt Boldy scores twice, Wild beat Oilers 5-2 for 7th straight victory

Matt Boldy scored twice, Filip Gustavsson made 28 saves and the Minnesota Wild beat the Edmonton Oilers 5-2 on Saturday for their seventh straight victory

DECEMBER 20, 2025 • Associated Press

In Sunday lineup Sturm (upper body) is in warmups and will play Sunday against the Bruins, Joe Smith of The Athletic reports.

Impact Sturm was injured towards the end of the game Saturday night against the Senators, and his status was in doubt for Sunday. He is in warmups though and will center Minnesota's fourth line with Ben Jones and Tyler Pitlick. The 30-year-old will appear in his 11th straight game since a lengthy absence to begin the season, registering one goal and three assists in those outings.

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers upper-body injury Sturm exited Saturday's game against Ottawa because of an upper-body injury, per Joe Smith of The Athletic.

Impact Smith noted that Sturm appeared to take an elbow to the head. The 30-year-old Sturm registered an assist in 10:38 of ice time before leaving the match. If Sturm can't play Sunday versus Boston, then Hunter Haight will probably draw into the lineup.

DECEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers goal Wednesday Sturm scored a goal on two shots and added three hits in Wednesday's 4-3 overtime win over the Blackhawks.

Impact This was Sturm's second game back after missing Minnesota's first 22 games due to a back injury. The 30-year-old's returned has helped fortify the Wild's bottom six. In addition to his goal, he's collected six hits and two blocked shots. Even when the team gets back to full health, Sturm should be able to maintain at least a fourth-line role thanks to his defensive play.

NOVEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Kaprizov scores in overtime as the Wild beat the Blackhawks 4-3 for their 6th straight win

Kirill Kaprizov scored a power-play goal 1:38 into overtime, and the Minnesota Wild beat the Chicago Blackhawks 4-3 for their sixth consecutive victory

NOVEMBER 27, 2025 • Associated Press

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