NHL releases Minnesota Wild's 2017-18 schedule
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The National Hockey League released schedules for all 31 teams on Thursday afternoon.
- NHL releases Minnesota Wild's 2017-18 schedule
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- Wild's home opener set for Oct. 14 against Blue Jackets
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The Minnesota Wild will open their 2017-18 campaign with a three-game road trip, visiting Detroit, Carolina and Chicago before their home opener against Columbus on Oct. 14.
A six-game home stand in late October to early November will test Minnesota's toughness early. They host Chicago and Pittsburgh,the back-to-back Stanley Cup champions.
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Minnesota plays Erik Haula and the NHL's newest franchise, the Vegas Golden Knights, three times. However, the Wild only visit Vegas once, onMarch 16.
The season will conclude with a three-game road trip, just like it began. Minnesota will wrap up the 2017-18 season with a 9:30 p.m. matchup at San Jose.