Wild's Eriksson Ek will remain in Sweden until end of season
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Minnesota Wild prospect Joel Eriksson Ek will remain overseas as a member of Farjestads BK for the remainder of the Swedish Hockey League season.
The deadline to recall the talented forward and former first-round pick was Jan. 15, as TSN's Bob McKenzie noted Tuesday.
Eriksson Ek began the season with the Wild, scoring twice and adding three assists in nine games. He scored his first NHL goal on his first shot.
The Wild can bolster their playoff roster with Eriksson Ek if Farjestads' season ends before theirs.