Wild Ignite Excitement with Power Play Success Securing First Win Streak

The Minnesota Wild experienced a thrilling night on the ice as they secured their first win streak of the season by defeating the Nashville Predators 3-2. This victory marked a crucial moment as the Wild managed to clinch their second consecutive win after a difficult start to the season.

Game Recap

In a gripping game held in St. Paul, the Wild were just 0.3 seconds away from a regulation victory when the Predators’ late goal forced overtime. Marcus Johansson became the hero, scoring the winning goal in overtime despite some controversy over the net being dislodged.

Key Players and Contributions

• Marcus Johansson: Scored the overtime winner and contributed to a six-game point streak.
• Kirill Kaprizov: Delivered a power play goal, bringing his total to eight this season and three in four games.
• Zeev Buium: Scored the Wild’s second power play goal, redirecting a shot to reclaim the lead.
• Filip Gustavsson: Recorded 32 saves, improving his overall record to 4-6-1 this season.

Game Highlights

The game began with a power play opportunity for the Wild, but they failed to produce a shot on goal. In a surprising turn, Johansson’s turnover almost allowed Nashville to score short-handed. However, it was Kaprizov’s precise shot that opened the scoring for Minnesota.

Despite being outshot 14-4 in the second period, the Wild managed to regain momentum with a goal from Buium late in the period after a Predators penalty. This gave the Wild a brief lead before Nashville tied the game with a last-second slap shot when an errant clearance attempt hit the referee.

Upcoming Schedule

The Wild now look ahead to their upcoming games where they will be on the road facing the Carolina Hurricanes and the New York Islanders. These matches are crucial as they aim to maintain their momentum.

Season Overview

The Wild ended their six-game homestand with a 2-2-2 record. They improved to 5-6-3 overall, showing signs of progress after a rocky start to the season.

Milestone Evening

In recognition of their 25th anniversary, the Wild honored three iconic goalies — Niklas Backstrom, Devan Dubnyk, and Josh Harding — during the ceremonial first faceoff, highlighting their contributions to the franchise.

The next encounter between the Wild and Predators is scheduled for December 23 at the Grand Casino Arena. As the season progresses, fans are hopeful for more exhilarating victories like this one.