In a decisive 3-0 victory, Kirill Kaprizov shone with an empty-net goal and an assist, while Filip Gustavsson secured his first shutout of the season with 19 saves. Matt Boldy and Marco Rossi also contributed goals for the Minnesota Wild, who have now gone 6-1-1 since late October.

The Montreal Canadiens struggled offensively, managing only 19 shots and suffering their first shutout of the season. They have now lost six of their last eight games.