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Marcus Foligno scores as Minnesota Wild edge the Chicago Blackhawks 2-1

Marcus Foligno snapped a third-period tie and Filip Gustavsson made 20 saves, helping the Minnesota Wild beat Nick Foligno and the Chicago Blackhawks 2-1

FEBRUARY 8 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Expected to play Foligno (illness) is expected to play despite a prior report to the contrary, per the NHL media site.

Impact Foligno is listed in the lineup while Adam Beckman is among the scratches. Foligno was out sick for the Wild's last game before their bye week, so it's not a surprise that he can return without missing additional time. The winger should be expected to play in a middle-six role.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable Wednesday Foligno (illness) isn't expected to play Wednesday versus Chicago, according to Michael Russo of The Athletic.

Impact Foligno also missed Minnesota's 3-2 loss to Anaheim on Jan. 27, which was the Wild's last game before the All-Star break. He has eight goals, 19 points, 129 hits and 30 blocks in 45 outings in 2023-24. The Wild aren't expected to adjust their lineup Wednesday, so Jon Merrill is set to dress for the second straight contest.

FEBRUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Battling illness Foligno (illness) won't play Saturday against Anaheim.

Impact Foligno has eight goals, 19 points, 43 PIM, 129 hits and 30 blocks in 45 contests this season. His absence Saturday might result in Adam Raska drawing back into the lineup.

JANUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Two points in winning effoort Foligno tallied a goal and an assist in Tuesday's 5-3 victory over Washington.

Impact Foligno extended Minnesota's lead to 2-0 early in the opening frame, snagging the puck out of midair before stuffing it past Darcy Kuemper. He'd add a second point with an assist on Joel Eriksson Ek's third-period marker. Foligno came into the contest with just two points (a goal and an assist) in his prior eight games. Overall, the 32-year-old winger is up to eight goals and 19 points through 44 games this season.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Two points in winning effoort Foligno tallied a goal and an assist in Tuesday's 5-3 victory over Washington.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Russo and Smith: Folignos discuss the 'code,' Dwyer's viral moment, McAfee's wager with Fleury Nick and Marcus Foligno feel it’s incumbent on NHL players to protect stars if others are going to target them.

JANUARY 22 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Looks set to play Foligno (illness) is expected to be in the lineup Wednesday versus the Stars, Sarah McLellan of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

Impact Foligno took line rushes in his usual third-line spot, so he appears set to play after being deemed a game-time decision. He missed three games recently with a lower-body injury before returning Monday, logging six hits in 12:44 of ice time against Dallas.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time call Wednesday Foligno is under the weather and will be a game-time decision versus Dallas on Wednesday, Sarah McLellan of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

Impact Foligno was just one game back from an upper-body injury that previously cost him three contests. Still, the forward has points in four of his last six outings while dishing out 17 hits. In addition to Foligno, Marcus Johansson (illness) is also a doubt Wednesday, which could mean Nicolas Petan returns to the lineup if either player can't play.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Declares himself good to go Foligno (lower body) will return to the lineup Monday against Dallas, per Michael Russo of The Athletic.

Impact Foligno, who has missed the past three games, declared himself good to go following the morning skate Monday. He has six goals, 15 points, 27 PIM, 36 shots on net and 93 hits over 35 outings this season. Foligno will probably return to a middle-six role versus the Stars.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Practices Sunday Foligno (lower body) skated Sunday and will likely be a game-time decision Monday versus Dallas, Joe Smith of The Athletic reports.

Impact Foligno had missed Minnesota's last three games with a lower-body injury, though he returned to practice in full capacity Sunday. The 32-year-old Foligno has six goals and 15 points through 35 games this season. If he ultimately can't go Monday, Adam Raska would likely remain in the Wild bottom six.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday Foligno (lower body) won't be available for Saturday's game against Columbus, per Jessi Pierce of NHL.com.

Impact Foligno has six goals and 15 points in 35 outings this year. Saturday's contest will be his third straight absence due to the injury. Samuel Walker is projected to remain in the lineup while Foligno is out.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Tuesday Foligno (lower body) won't play Tuesday versus the Flames.

Impact Foligno is considered day-to-day with the injury. It's previously been described as a lingering issue, which will cost the winger his first game of the season. The 32-year-old likely will be replaced by Samuel Walker in the lineup Tuesday.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time call Foligno will be a game-time decision Tuesday versus Calgary due to a lingering undisclosed injury, Jessi Pierce of NHL.com reports.

Impact Foligno's status against the Flames presumably won't be confirmed until the Wild take the ice for pregame warmups. If Foligno's unable to go, Minnesota may have to roll with 11 forwards and seven defensemen against Calgary.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Buries early goal Foligno scored a goal on two shots, levied four hits and added a fighting major in Tuesday's 5-2 win over the Flames.

Impact Foligno scored 1:26 into the game, then fought A.J. Greer in the second period as the Flames looked for a spark. The goal was Foligno's first since Oct. 26, and he had six assists during his 15-game drought. The 32-year-old winger is more toughness than offense with 10 points, 24 shots on net, 69 hits, 23 PIM and a plus-7 rating through 23 outings overall. He remains in a third-line role.

DECEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Three-hit game in win Foligno registered three hits and one shot on goal in Tuesday's 4-2 win over the Islanders.

Impact The assistant captain recorded 13:32 minutes of ice time Tuesday night to go along with three hits. In his past seven games, Foligno has five points (two goals and three assists). The 32-year-old is known for his leadership and physical play, as he's recorded 16 hits in this span while only being in the penalty box once. Foligno will continue to get opportunities here and there on the power play if need be.

NOVEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Posts first goal of season Foligno scored a goal in Tuesday's 7-4 victory against the Oilers.

Impact Foligno deposited a puck into the empty net late in the third period, with a helper to Joel Eriksson Ek, putting a bow on the scoring. It was his first goal of the season and a much-needed confidence boost. He entered the game with just one lone assist in the first five outings. Foligno was also credited with five hits and a blocked shot. Next up is a date with the Flyers on Thursday.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Maple Leafs' Ryan Reaves Drops Gloves With Marcus Foligno After Laying Out Frederick Gaudreau

OCTOBER 14, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Why the Wild didn't hesitate to extend Marcus Foligno long-term Foligno, 32, is an emotional player who is beloved inside the Wild dressing room.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Wild Sign Marcus Foligno to Four-Year Extension The Minnesota Wild signed forward Marcus Foligno to a four-year contract extension worth an average annual value of $4 million.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Signs four-year extension Foligno signed a four-year, $16 million contract extension with the Wild on Friday,

Impact It's been a busy day for the Wild who signed Mats Zuccarello to a two-year extension earlier in the day. Foligno had seven goals, 14 assists, 237 hits and 97 PIM in 65 games last season. Expect a 20 goal and 40-45 point season in 2023-24.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wild sign right wings Zuccarello and Foligno to contract extensions

The Minnesota Wild have signed right wings Mats Zuccarello and Marcus Foligno to contract extensions

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Russo and Smith: 'A better Kaprizov'? Plus Fleury's future, Hartman's injury and more Wild training camp observations Kaprizov arrived to camp tan, happy and determined. Marcus Foligno: "You’re going to see a better Kaprizov out there. It’s scary to say."

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Stars' Tyler Seguin Exacts Revenge Just Eight Seconds Into Marcus Foligno Major Penalty

APRIL 26, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Wild's Marcus Foligno given game misconduct in first period of Game 5 After having two controversial penalty calls go against him that turned into power-play goals for Dallas in Game 4, Foligno lasted just over...

APRIL 26, 2023 • STARTRIBUNE.COM

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Marcus Foligno scores as Minnesota Wild edge the Chicago Blackhawks 2-1

Wild sign right wings Zuccarello and Foligno to contract extensions