The Minnesota Wild are enjoying a remarkable start to their season, matching their best franchise record at 8-1-2. With 18 points and 41 goals, they are setting new benchmarks early on. Kirill Kaprizov stands out as a key player, currently tied for the NHL scoring lead with 21 points.

On the other hand, the Los Angeles Kings are struggling, having lost to teams like the Blackhawks and Sharks recently. Former Wild player Kevin Fiala has had a challenging time against his old team, with limited success in their last six matchups.