In a thrilling overtime showdown, the Minnesota Wild edged the San Jose Sharks 8-7, moving closer to securing a playoff spot. Kirill Kaprizov and Joel Eriksson Ek made impactful returns after lengthy injuries, with Eriksson Ek scoring four goals including a hat trick. Kaprizov added a game-winning goal just a minute into the overtime period, showcasing his elite playmaking skills.

Goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury, a nominee for the Masterton Trophy, made 24 saves in what could be his last home game. The Wild demonstrated resilience, coming back after twice losing leads, relying heavily on their top players to pull through in a high-scoring encounter.