Filip Gustavsson delivered an impressive performance with 39 saves, leading the Minnesota Wild to a narrow 1-0 victory over the Buffalo Sabres. Kirill Kaprizov scored the lone goal early in the first period, marking his 14th of the season.

The win solidified Minnesota's status as the top team on the road with a record of 10-1-3. Buffalo's Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen also had a strong game with 28 saves, but the Sabres couldn't capitalize on their chances, falling short of a fourth consecutive win.