The Minnesota Wild are gearing up for a challenging rematch against the Edmonton Oilers, still reeling from injuries that have sidelined key players. Coach John Hynes reported that while progress is being made, the return of these injured athletes is uncertain. The Wild are currently missing top defenders Brock Faber and Jonas Brodin, as well as forwards Kirill Kaprizov and Jakub Lauko. Kaprizov, a front-runner for the league MVP before his injury, has been out for nine games, adding to the Wild's offensive woes.

Despite their struggles at home, where they hold a mediocre record of 11-9-1, the team remains hopeful. The Oilers, who previously handed the Wild a devastating 7-1 loss, are on a roll, having picked up significant points in their last ten games. The Wild are focusing on tightening their gameplay and exploiting their home advantage to counteract the Oilers’ high-scoring capabilities.

In a remarkable performance, Marc-Andre Fleury made 36 saves, leading the Minnesota Wild to a 3-1 victory over the San Jose Sharks despite being short-handed. This win marked the Wild's fifth victory in their last six games, even without their star player Kirill Kaprizov. Marco Rossi and Matt Boldy each netted their 16th goals of the season, positioning the Wild with a comfortable 2-0 lead in the second period.

Mats Zuccarello played a crucial role, assisting on both Rossi and Boldy's goals, and later sealing the game with an empty-netter. The Sharks managed to get on the scoreboard with William Eklund's goal late in the second period, but they were unable to overcome the deficit. The Wild's defense was put to the test, facing 37 shots, but Fleury's experience shone through as he earned his third consecutive win.

Nathan MacKinnon propelled the Colorado Avalanche to a decisive 6-1 victory over the Minnesota Wild, contributing a goal and a league-leading 53rd assist this season. The win showcased the Avalanche's offensive prowess, with Mikko Rantanen and Logan O’Connor each adding a goal and an assist, while Ross Colton, Parker Kelly, and Artturi Lehkonen also found the net. Mackenzie Blackwood stood strong in goal, making 24 saves, while the Wild struggled to capitalize on their chances.

Colorado's offensive onslaught began in the second period when MacKinnon set up Rantanen for a well-placed wrist shot, extending their lead to 2-1. The Avs scored three goals in a quick succession during the third period, with MacKinnon securing a goal assisted by Rantanen. The Avalanche, despite a previous loss, appeared dominant against a depleted Wild team missing key players like Kirill Kaprizov.

The Minnesota Wild showcased an impressive performance, defeating the Carolina Hurricanes 4-0 in a dominant display at Lenovo Center. Mats Zuccarello led the charge with two goals and an assist, while Marco Rossi contributed a career-high four assists. Goaltender Filip Gustavsson recorded a shutout with only 20 saves, thanks to a strong defensive effort from his teammates.

Despite the Hurricanes' reputation for high shot counts, they struggled to test Gustavsson effectively. The Wild took control early, capitalizing on a power play opportunity with Zuccarello's one-timer, followed by Joel Eriksson Ek's tip-in goal. The penalty kill was flawless, going 4-for-4, and the Wild's defensive strategy kept the Hurricanes at bay.

The Minnesota Wild secured a hard-fought 5-3 victory over the Nashville Predators, overcoming significant adversity with key players sidelined due to injuries. The game, played at Xcel Energy Center, was marked by a crucial power-play performance that ended a frustrating scoring drought for the Wild, who had not converted on their last 15 attempts. The win was bittersweet, however, as captain Jared Spurgeon suffered a severe injury after a collision with Nashville's rookie, Zachary L’Heureux, which left him unable to return to the ice.

Despite trailing 2-1 early in the second period, the Wild rallied thanks to a series of power-play goals. After L’Heureux was penalized for a slew-foot against Spurgeon, Minnesota capitalized on the man advantage. Joel Eriksson Ek assisted Mats Zuccarello for the equalizer, marking the first power-play goal for the team in over three games. Goaltender Filip Gustavsson played a pivotal role, not only making a season-high 43 saves but also contributing an assist on the goal.

Jonas Brodin and Declan Chisholm also scored during power plays, while Marco Rossi netted two goals, showcasing his growing importance to the team with 14 goals this season. The Wild's penalty kill was effective, limiting Nashville's chances, and the team managed to bounce back from previous mistakes, including turnovers that led to goals for the Predators. This victory marks the Wild's third win in their last four games as they prepare for an upcoming road trip.