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Minnesota Defeats Vancouver 5-2
Wild score four unanswered goals in third period to rally past Canucks
Apr. 3, 2026 at 4:10am
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A fractured, cubist depiction of the intense action and energy of a high-stakes NHL matchup between the Minnesota Wild and Vancouver Canucks.Vancouver TodayThe Minnesota Wild overcame an early 2-1 deficit with four unanswered goals in the third period to defeat the Vancouver Canucks by a final score of 5-2 on Wednesday night.
Why it matters
The win keeps Minnesota in the hunt for a playoff spot in the Western Conference, while the loss is a setback for Vancouver's postseason aspirations.
The details
The Canucks jumped out to a 2-1 lead after the first period, but the Wild stormed back with four goals in the final frame to secure the victory. Minnesota's scoring was led by a pair of goals from forward Matt Boldy, with single tallies from Marcus Foligno, Joel Eriksson Ek, and Ryan Hartman.
- The game was played on Wednesday, April 3, 2026.
The players
Minnesota Wild
A professional ice hockey team based in St. Paul, Minnesota and a member of the Central Division of the Western Conference of the National Hockey League (NHL).
Vancouver Canucks
A professional ice hockey team based in Vancouver, British Columbia and a member of the Pacific Division of the Western Conference of the National Hockey League (NHL).
Matt Boldy
A forward for the Minnesota Wild who scored two goals in the game.
Marcus Foligno
A forward for the Minnesota Wild who scored one goal in the game.
Joel Eriksson Ek
A forward for the Minnesota Wild who scored one goal in the game.
What’s next
The Wild will look to build on this victory as they continue their push for a playoff spot, while the Canucks will aim to rebound in their next game.
The takeaway
This comeback win showcases the resilience of the Minnesota Wild, who were able to overcome an early deficit and rally for a crucial victory that keeps them in the thick of the Western Conference playoff race.
