The Minnesota Wild leveled their playoff series against the Vegas Golden Knights with a convincing 5-2 victory in Game 2, showcasing a dominant performance in the first half of the game. Kirill Kaprizov, leading the charge, scored two goals, while Matt Boldy contributed with a goal and an assist. The Wild seized early control, capitalizing on several Knights turnovers, establishing a 4-0 lead before the end of the second period.

Filip Gustavsson was exceptional in goal for the Wild, stopping 29 shots and maintaining the team's momentum, even as Vegas attempted to rally in the latter stages of the game. Goals from Marcus Foligno and Mats Zuccarello added to the Wild's offensive output. The performance not only marked Minnesota's first win against Vegas this season but underscored their ability to bounce back after a tough Game 1 loss.