Joel Eriksson Ek Sidelined by Broken Foot During Playoff Run

Minnesota Wild center Joel Eriksson Ek confirmed that a broken bone in his foot prevented him from participating in the team's second-round playoff series against the Colorado Avalanche. The veteran forward was unable to suit up for any of the five games in the series, ultimately watching from home as the Wild were eliminated in a 4-3 overtime loss in Denver. Eriksson Ek disclosed the nature of the injury during season-ending interviews with reporters on Friday.