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Wallstedt's 42 saves lift Wild in shootout win

PUBLISHED Nov 20, 2025, 3:10 AM ET

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Wallstedt's 42 saves lift Wild in shootout win

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ST. PAUL, Minn. Jesper Wallstedt made a career-high 42 saves and stopped three shootout attempts Wednesday night as the Minnesota Wild defeated the Carolina Hurricanes 4-3 in a shootout. Matt Boldy scored in regulation and delivered the lone shootout goal; Mats Zuccarello and Brock Faber also scored. Carolina pulled goaltender Frederik Andersen late and Jackson Blake scored twice, including a tying goal with 1:06 remaining. The Wild extended a multi-game point streak and improved their record, while the Hurricanes earned a standings point. The regular-season game included a video review. Based on 11 articles reviewed and supporting research.

By Emily Rhodes | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

Nov. 16: Minnesota Wild beat Vegas Golden Knights in previous home game.
Nov. 17: Carolina Hurricanes defeated Boston Bruins before traveling to Minnesota.
Nov. 19: Wild hosted Hurricanes; game went to overtime and a shootout.
Nov. 19 (postgame): Wallstedt credited with 42 saves; Boldy scored shootout winner; video review confirmed tying goal.
Following game: Teams updated records and injury lists; Wild extended point streak.

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Who Benefited

The Minnesota Wild organization benefited most directly: Jesper Wallstedt's goaltending and Matt Boldy's shootout goal secured a 4-3 victory, extended the team's point streak, and improved their season record, producing immediate competitive and reputational gains.

Who Impacted

The Carolina Hurricanes and their fans suffered a narrow loss despite late rally efforts; the team earned a standings point but conceded a shootout defeat after Jackson Blake's late tying goal forced overtime.

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