A Minnesota Wild defenseman suffered a fractured skull during a preseason game against the Dallas Stars, requiring emergency surgery over the weekend. Team officials confirmed the procedure was successful but have not yet disclosed a recovery timeline. The injury occurred in a 2-1 loss, marking a concerning start to the preseason for the player. Updates on his condition and return to play will be shared as they become available.


The Minnesota Wild announced that defenseman Brock Faber fractured his skull in a 2-1 preseason loss to the Dallas Stars on Friday, Sept 25, 2026. The Wild say he underwent successful surgery on Sunday, and his timeline for recovery will be provided at a later date. “He just had a serious surgery and an injury,” […]