Calgary Flames secured a vital 4-2 victory over the Minnesota Wild, with Mikael Backlund firing the opening goal and contributions from Yegor Sharangovich, Nazem Kadri, and Ryan Lomberg. This win marks Calgary's ascent to just three points behind the wild-card spots in the Western Conference, bolstered by a five-game point streak (3-0-2). Rookie goaltender Dustin Wolf shined with 16 saves, improving his record to 27-16-8.

Despite a late two-goal rally from the Wild's Yakov Trenin and Gustav Nyquist, Calgary maintained control throughout, dominating in crucial moments. Their penalty kill showcased notable improvement, neutralizing Minnesota's power plays effectively. As the race for the playoffs intensifies, Calgary is set to host the San Jose Sharks next, while Minnesota faces a challenging matchup against the Vancouver Canucks.