Minnesota Wild's Effort Falls Short Against St. Louis Blues at Xcel Energy Center
In a closely contested match at the Xcel Energy Center, the Minnesota Wild faced off against the St. Louis Blues, concluding with the home team's record now standing at 37-25-5 and the visiting Blues improving to 32-28-7. Despite a hard-fought battle, the final score read 5-1 in favor of the guests.
Wild's Lone Highlight
The Minnesota Wild managed to net only one goal throughout the game, courtesy of Jake Middleton who found success with one of his three shots on goal, marking his contribution as significant despite a -1 plus-minus rating for the night. This effort was part of an overall team performance that saw them taking 18 shots on goal but struggling to find more opportunities to score.
Blues' Strategic Play
On the other side, The St. Louis Blues showcased their offensive capabilities by scoring five goals from 27 shots. Their even-strength play was particularly effective, accounting for all five goals scored during regular play time. Jordan Kyrou stood out for The Blues with his performance earning him a star of the game recognition.
Looking Ahead
The Minnesota Wild are set to host their next game against Los Angeles Kings at Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul on March 17th at 8:00 PM EDT. Fans can catch this upcoming match live on ESPN+, FDSN, FDSWI, and FDSW networks as both teams vie for victory on Minnesota's home ice.
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