Wilderness Walk: We’re ready for takeoff, Bill

Let’s go over some news and notes:

- The Wild reportedly attempted to trade for Tristan Jarry earlier in the season. Could general manager Bill Guerin try to pursue him again? [Hockey Wilderness]

- The Penguins acquired Kasperi Kapanen from the Maple Leafs yesterday, but apparently the Wild inquired about trading for him as well. [Hockey Wilderness]

- There’s no way to sugarcoat it. Alex Galchenyuk was really bad for the Wild in their series against the Canucks. [Hockey Wilderness]

- The Wild are ready for NHL 21.

Off the trail...

- Corey Crawford says he wants to return to the Blackhawks, but only if he gets a ton of starts. [Second City Hockey]

- Alex Pietrangelo is more than aware that he may not be playing for the Blues next season. [NHL]

- John Tortorella has been fined again for his conduct during a press conference. [ESPN]

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