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Wild top Kraken 5-2 for 4th straight win
Victory sets up showdown with Stars for Minnesota
Apr. 8, 2026 at 4:30am
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The Minnesota Wild's recent winning streak has them primed for a high-stakes matchup against the Dallas Stars as the NHL playoff race heats up.Seattle TodayThe Minnesota Wild defeated the Seattle Kraken 5-2 on Saturday night, earning their fourth consecutive victory. Vladimir Tarasenko scored the go-ahead goal in the second period, while Matt Boldy contributed a goal and an assist. The Wild also benefited from two successful replay reviews during the game.
Why it matters
The Wild's win streak has them primed for a key matchup against the Dallas Stars, another top team in the Western Conference. This game could have major implications for the playoff race as the season winds down.
The details
Minnesota's offense was led by Vladimir Tarasenko, who broke a 2-2 tie with his go-ahead goal in the second period. Matt Boldy also had a strong performance, scoring a goal and adding an assist. The Wild were aided by two successful replay reviews that went their way during the game.
- The game was played on Saturday, April 8, 2026.
The players
Vladimir Tarasenko
A forward for the Minnesota Wild who scored the go-ahead goal in the second period.
Matt Boldy
A forward for the Minnesota Wild who scored a goal and recorded an assist in the game.
Minnesota Wild
The NHL hockey team that defeated the Seattle Kraken 5-2 for their fourth straight win.
Seattle Kraken
The NHL hockey team that lost to the Minnesota Wild 5-2.
What’s next
The Wild's next game is a highly anticipated matchup against the Dallas Stars, another top team in the Western Conference. This game could have major playoff implications as the season nears its conclusion.
The takeaway
The Minnesota Wild's fourth consecutive victory sets them up for a crucial showdown with the Dallas Stars, as both teams jockey for position in the tight Western Conference playoff race.
