The Minnesota Wild continued their impressive performance with a 5-3 triumph over the Edmonton Oilers, thanks to Frederick Gaudreau’s two goals and an assist. This recent win adds to their streak, with the team securing five wins, one loss, and one tie in their last seven matches.

Other contributors to the Wild’s victory were Matt Boldy, Marcus Foligno, and Marcus Johansson. The team’s record now stands at 13 wins, three losses, and three ties. On the Oilers’ side, Leon Draisaitl, Corey Perry, and Jeff Skinner managed to score, but their efforts weren’t enough to secure a win. The Oilers, with a 10-9-2 record, have been struggling lately due to injury setbacks, losing three of their last four games.

In terms of goaltending, Marc-Andre Fleury for the Wild executed 29 saves, while Stuart Skinner from the Oilers managed to stop 21 shots.

Kirill Kaprizov from the Wild kept his points streak alive, registering an assist in the first period and extending his streak to seven matches. His impressive performance has put him on track to accumulate 150 points this season, following his impressive 108 points in the previous season.

For the Oilers, Kasperi Kapanen, a forward, made his debut on Edmonton’s second line. This comes after the team claimed him off waivers from the St. Louis Blues. The Finnish forward, a former first-round pick in 2014, has an impressive career record, racking up 209 points in 470 NHL games.

The match had an unusual start, with Draisaitl scoring the season’s easiest goal. The Wild have consistently given the Oilers a tough time, with their 63 wins, 136 points, and 30 road victories being the most against any team.

Looking ahead, the Wild are set to conclude their three-game road trip in Calgary against the Flames. The Oilers, on the other hand, will finish their two-game homestand versus the New York Rangers.