Wilderness Walk: Should the third line break up?

That’s Wild

• The line consisting of Joel Eriksson Ek, Jordan Greenway and Marcus Foligno has absolutely torn through whatever opposition has faced them this season. But with struggling forwards elsewhere, should the Minnesota Wild spread the wealth? [StarTribune]
• Speaking of that line, Eriksson Ek has finally found an offensive side to his game and it’s beautiful. [Hockey Wilderness]
• Mats Zuccarello is missed in this lineup. [10K Rinks]

Off the trail...

• The ECHL is getting an expansion franchise in Savannah, Georgia that will play within a new 7,300-seat arena during the 2022-23 season. [ECHL]
• In a heartwarming moment, long-time NHL forward Matt Moulson was able to find out he’s the newest captain of the AHL’s Hershey Bears with a little help from his kids.

• In one abrupt move, Pittsburgh Penguins GM Jim Rutherford called it quits, resigning from his position on the team, citing personal reasons. [Pensburgh]