Coyle is expected to log heavy minutes on the Wild's penalty kill unit, replacing Kyle Brodziak who left for St. Louis in free agency, the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

EDGE Analysis

Coyle is having a strong preseason as he leads the NHL with five assists in four games. While we wouldn't put too much stock in a few preseason games, it looks like Coyle's role with the Wild could expand this season. He's not set to get a lot of minutes on the power play, but that could change if he continues to improve.