Kirill Kaprizov contributed significantly with an empty-net goal and an assist, leading the Minnesota Wild to a 3-0 victory over the Montreal Canadiens. Filip Gustavsson achieved his first shutout of the season with 19 saves.

Matt Boldy and Marco Rossi also found the net for the Wild, who improved their record to 6-1-1 since late October. The Canadiens struggled offensively, managing only 19 shots on goal and experiencing their first shutout of the season.