Koivu scored a power-play goal on two shots and added two PIM and three hits in a 4-3 win over Arizona on Saturday.

EDGE Analysis

The 36-year-old got the Wild on the board 3:19 into the second period, beginning Minnesota's rally from a pair of two-goal deficits. It was just the second goal of the season for Koivu, and his first with the man advantage. Once a reliable offensive catalyst for the Wild, Koivu can no longer be expected to produce big numbers after last season's 8-goal, 29-point output.

Koivu supplied an assist and two blocked shots in Tuesday's 4-2 win over the Ducks.

EDGE Analysis

Koivu's helper came on Zach Parise's empty-net goal to cap the comeback win. The Finnish center has struggled to start the year, compiling six points and 31 shots on goal in 15 games. He needs just six more points to reach 700 in his career.

Koivu scored a goal on five shots and had two PIM with five hits in Saturday's 5-1 win over LA.

EDGE Analysis

Koivu knocked home a rebound 6:39 into the third period, bringing to an end a 10-game goal-scoring drought to open the season. His five shots on goal matched a season high. Koivu was limited to 48 games in 2018-19 and scored only eight goals, and he's generally provided somewhere in the mid-teens when he puts in a full season.

Koivu had an assist in 16:39 of ice time in Thursday's season-opening loss at Nashville.

EDGE Analysis

Koivu played his first regular-season game since undergoing surgery to repair a torn ACL and meniscus in his right knee in early February. He centered the Wild's second line and looked to be back to full speed.

Koivu (knee) will draw into the lineup for Saturday's preseason game against Colorado.

EDGE Analysis

Koivu has been sidelined since undergoing surgery to repair a torn ACL and meniscus in his right knee in early February, so although he's made a full recovery, he'll need some time to work on his conditioning before he can be considered truly 100 percent. The Wild have four more preseason matches prior to their Opening Night matchup with Nashville, so Koivu shouldn't have any trouble getting back into game shape over the next two weeks. As long as he's able to stay healthy, 15-plus goals and 50-plus points won't be out of reach for the veteran pivot in 2019-20.

Coach Bruce Boudreau said Koivu (knee) will scrimmage Monday, Michael Russo of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Wild likely still plan to ease Koivu into game action, as he may not play in Tuesday's preseason opener versus the Stars. However, his ability to scrimmage leaves little doubt that Koivu will be ready to rock for Opening Night versus the Predators on Oct. 3.

Koivu (knee) will be eased into practice after undergoing surgery for his torn ACL in February, Michael Russo of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Koivu was cleared from his knee injury Thursday, but the team doesn't want to rush him into practice, especially considering he's 36 years old. He's expected to sit out the first couple preseason games as a precaution, and that's likely still the plan. Nevertheless, Koivu should be in the lineup for the season opener against the Predators on Oct. 3, and he'll likely center one of the top three lines.

Koivu (knee) has been cleared to practice ahead of training camp, but he probably won't be in the lineup for Minnesota's first few preseason contests, Michael Russo of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Koivu is still working his way back from the season-ending knee surgery he underwent in February, and there's no reason for the Wild to rush him back into game action before he's fully ready. The 36-year-old vet, who picked up eight goals and 29 points in 48 contests last campaign, is still on track to be ready for Minnesota's Opening Night matchup with the Predators.

Koivu (knee) is skating in Finland and will be ready for training camp, but may not suit up during the preseason in order to prepare for Opening Night versus Nashville on Oct. 3, Jessi Pierce of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

It's a step in the right direction for Koivu as he continues to recover from ACL surgery. The center may not find himself in a top-six role due to the emergence of Joel Eriksson Ek, but will no doubt serve on the power play. In limited action last year (48 games), the Finn notched eight goals and 21 helpers. If he can stay healthy, Koivu should be capable of reaching the 40-point mark and may even push for 50.

Koivu (knee) has been given the green light to start skating and should be good to go for Opening Night, as general manager Paul Fenton told reporters, "Mikko has clearance to start to skate...The way he trains and the way he's been progressing I believe he'll be ready."

EDGE Analysis

Koivu was limited to just 48 appearances for the Wild this season, but still managed to rack up eight goals and 21 helpers. Once fully fit, the veteran center should still be capable of topping the 50-point mark for the eighth time in his career. Concerns over his health could make Koivu a sneaky fantasy play in season-long formats.