Game Preview: Wild at Hurricanes
The Minnesota Wild heads back on the road after completing a six-game homestand with a 2-2-2 record. Riding the momentum of two straight wins, the team travels to Raleigh to face the Carolina Hurricanes at Lenovo Center.
Series Overview
- All-time record vs. Carolina: 18-11-7 (6-7-3 in Carolina)
- Last season series result: Minnesota won 2-0-0
- Game 1: 4-0 win in Raleigh (January 4)
- Game 2: 2-1 win in Saint Paul (February 6)
Player Highlights
- Marco Rossi led Minnesota with four assists (0-4=4)
- Matt Boldy contributed three points (1-2=3)
- Mats Zuccarello added three points (2-1=3)
- Goaltender Filip Gustavsson posted a 2-0-0 record with a 0.50 GAA, .983 save percentage, and one shutout
Carolina Performance
- Sebastian Aho scored the Hurricanes’ only goal across the two games
- Pyotr Kochetkov saved 23 of 26 shots in the first game
- Frederik Andersen recorded the same saves in the second game
“For more details on today’s matchup, check out the official game notes.”
Author’s Summary: Minnesota visits Carolina after a balanced homestand, aiming to extend its two-game win streak over a familiar opponent.