Missed Opportunity for Wild as Hurricanes Storm Back
The Minnesota Wild were aiming for a third straight win and twice held one-goal leads before Carolina rallied to take a 4-3 victory. Despite a strong effort, the Wild fell short in a game filled with momentum shifts.
Game Summary
Matt Boldy ended his scoring drought with two goals, while Brock Faber netted his second of the season. Minnesota’s special teams continued to perform well, but the Hurricanes answered every push, ultimately securing the win.
“Unfortunately, we didn’t find a way to win the hockey game, but it was a hard-fought battle by both teams,” said Wild coach John Hynes. “They had pushes and surges, and we had pushes and surges. But, unfortunately, we weren’t the team to win it tonight.”
Goaltending and Team Performance
Goaltender Filip Gustavsson, making his 12th start, allowed four goals on the first eight shots but regrouped to record 23 saves. After the loss, the Wild dropped to 5-7-3 and remain winless when trailing after the first period.
“This is a really good team we’re playing against, and we’re matching up against them pretty good today,” said Gustavsson.
Team Notes
- Wild failed to capitalize on their first power play opportunity, generating no shots.
- Carolina showcased strong offensive resilience, overcoming multiple deficits.
- Minnesota continues to struggle when falling behind early in games.
Author’s Summary
A determined effort from the Wild ended in disappointment as Carolina’s persistent counterattacks turned a close contest into a missed chance for Minnesota’s winning streak.