The Minnesota Wild faced a tough defeat against the Florida Panthers, losing 6-1 at home. Goalie Marc-Andre Fleury struggled, allowing six goals on 34 shots, including two from Matthew Tkachuk. The Wild, missing five regulars due to injuries, couldn't replicate their earlier success against the Panthers.

Despite a brief moment of hope with a power-play goal from Marco Rossi, the Wild fell behind after a series of missed opportunities and penalties. Tkachuk's performance, including a power-play goal, solidified the Panthers' victory.