Wild's Erik Haula: Returns for World Cup
Haula (hip) has played for his native Finland during the World Cup, posting one point on one goal with a plus-minus of minus-1 through three preliminary games and Sunday's loss to Team North America.
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Haula hasn't been one of Finland's go-to guys during the tournament, averaging just 11:09 per game and not even seeing the ice against Sweden on Tuesday. There has been no indication that the absence was injury-related. He will look to expand his role in Minnesota this season after posting career bests in points, goals, and assists last season.
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