Minnesota is hopeful that Eriksson Ek will return for Sport 3.
Hynes added that the group has but to determine whether or not Danila Yurov or Hunter Haight will draw into the lineup in his place.
Eriksson Ek fell throughout Sport 6 towards the Dallas Stars, along with his proper leg going into the boards. He wanted assist getting off the ice.
The 29-year-old had three targets and two assists whereas recording a plus-7 score in Minnesota’s six-game conquer the Stars. His robust begin to the playoffs constructed on a 19-goal, 51-point common season.
Sport 1 between the Wild and Avalanche will go Sunday at 9 p.m. ET / 8 p.m. CT from Denver on Sportsnet and Sportsnet+.