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Wild's Faber returns to practice after skull injury from September

ESPN NHL • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 6, 2026, 1:49 AM

Last updated Nov 6, 2026

Wild's Faber returns to practice after skull injury from September

Summary

Brock Faber of the Minnesota Wild participated in his first practice on November 6, 2026, following a fractured skull sustained in September. His return to training marks a significant step toward rejoining the regular season lineup, which was delayed due to his injury. Faber’s progression will be closely monitored by the team's medical staff and coaching personnel as they prepare for upcoming games. Further developments on his fitness and potential game debut are anticipated in the following weeks.

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Status Watch

•Brock Faber practiced with the Minnesota Wild on November 6, 2026.
•Faber's injury was a fractured skull suffered in September.
•This marks his first practice since the injury.
•Faber's return may impact upcoming game strategies.

Latest Updates

1:49 AMESPN NHL — Wild's Faber has 1st practice since September skull injury

What they're saying

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Minnesota Wild defenseman Brock Faber has returned to practice with the team in moving closer to making his regular season debut that was delayed by a fractured skull.
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