Episode 118

🏆 Final Score🏆
Minnesota Wild 2 – Detroit Red Wings 3

💬 Water Cooler One-Liner:

The Wild controlled play early, but a third-period goal from Simon Edvinsson sealed Detroit’s comeback win.

📊 Quick Hits – Game at a Glance:

• Winner: Simon Edvinsson (Slapshot from the left circle at 11:35 of the third)

• Turning Point: Vladimir Tarasenko’s goal early in the second period, shifting momentum toward Detroit.

• Standout Stat: Wild outshot Detroit 24-16 but couldn’t capitalize on scoring chances.

• Goaltending Anchor: Filip Gustavsson made 13 saves but was frustrated by two late goals.

🔑 3 Key Takeaways:

1️⃣ A Strong Start Gone to Waste: The Wild jumped ahead 2-0 early but struggled to maintain pressure, allowing Detroit back into the game.

2️⃣ Defensive Breakdown: Minnesota controlled possession but gave up two goals in the second and a game-winner in the third despite limiting Detroit to just 16 shots.

3️⃣ Missed Opportunities: The Wild had multiple scoring chances late, including a near miss from Marco Rossi in the final minutes, but couldn’t find the equalizer.

⭐ Three Stars of the Game:

1. ⭐ S. Edvinsson (DET • Defenseman): 2 goals, game-winner in the third period

2. ⭐ J. Spurgeon (MIN • Defenseman): 1 assist, strong defensive presence

3. ⭐ D. Larkin (DET • Center): Played key minutes in Detroit’s comeback, 0 points but effective at both ends

📊 By The Numbers:

• Shots on Goal: Wild 24 – Red Wings 16
• Power Play: Wild 50% (1/2) – Red Wings 0% (0/1)
• Penalty Minutes: Wild 4 – Red Wings 6
• Faceoffs: Wild 43.9% – Red Wings 56.1%
• Hits: Wild 21 – Red Wings 25
• Blocked Shots: Wild 13 – Red Wings 16
• Giveaways: Wild 16 – Red Wings 18
• Takeaways: Wild 2 – Red Wings 2

📰 Around the Team:

• Kaprizov Update: Kirill Kaprizov remains out as he continues his recovery from surgery.

• Eriksson Ek Injury: The Wild are feeling the absence of their top two-way center, who is week-to-week.

• Hartman Suspension: Ryan Hartman is serving the final games of his reduced 8-game suspension.

🎯 Stat Spotlight:

• Edvinsson’s Big Night: The rookie defenseman’s first career multi-goal game delivered a win for Detroit.

• Rossi Keeps Rolling: His power-play goal gives him 21 on the season, matching his career high.

• Tough Home Ice: The Wild are now 13-13-1 at home this season.

🗓️ Next Up:
• Opponent: Utah Hockey Club
• Date: February 27, 2025
• Time: 8:00 PM CST
• Where to Watch: FanDuel

📬 Final Whistle:

A frustrating loss at home, but the Wild have no time to dwell on it. With a tough road trip ahead, they’ll need to regroup quickly. Keep it locked in at Wild Hockey Insider for all the latest updates!