Foligno scored a goal on two shots, added nine PIM, logged three hits and blocked two shots in Wednesday's 2-1 win over the Blackhawks.

EDGE Analysis

Foligno was not initially expected to play Wednesday, but he was in the lineup and noticeable on the ice. He was responsible for all of the Wild's penalties in the game, but he atoned for that with the game-winning goal midway through the third period. The winger is up to 20 points, 49 shots on net, 132 hits, 52 PIM, 32 blocked shots and a plus-12 rating through 46 appearances this season.

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

EDGE Analysis

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 appears poised to return without missing additional time. The winger should be expected to play in a middle-six role against Chicago.

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

EDGE Analysis

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.

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

EDGE Analysis

Foligno has eight goals, 19 points, 43 PIM, 129 hits and 30 blocks in 45 contests this season. He will be replaced in the lineup by Jon Merrill, as Minnesota will dress seven blueliners and 11 forwards in the contest.

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

EDGE Analysis

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 outings this season.

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

EDGE Analysis

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.

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

EDGE Analysis

In addition to Foligno, Marcus Johansson (illness) is also in doubt Wednesday, which could mean Nicolas Petan will return to the lineup if either of the aforementioned players can't play.

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

EDGE Analysis

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.

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

EDGE Analysis

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.

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

EDGE Analysis

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. Adam Raska or Jake Lucchini could play Saturday in Foligno's place.