The Minnesota Wild’s lack of NHL regulars due to health protocols was bad news for a team who hasn’t played in two weeks. The traditionally stacked defensive core looked a little different, with many taxi squad players filling the void, and while this probably played a role in their 4 - 0 loss to the Kings, it did provide an opportunity for their top defensive prospect Calen Addison to shine.
It was a very strange set of circumstances when it came to a player's NHL debut. With many of the regulars out, head coach Dean Evason had to be careful with how he utilized Addison.