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Wild's 5-2 Win Sets Up Dallas Showdown Thursday

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ST. PAUL, Minn. — The Minnesota Wild rallied twice and defeated the Seattle Kraken 5-2 Tuesday at Grand Casino Arena, recording their fourth straight win. Matt Boldy scored his 42nd goal, Marcus Foligno tied the game, and Vladimir Tarasenko netted the go-ahead goal in the second period. The victory left Minnesota two points behind the Dallas Stars with four regular-season games remaining and followed a Colorado win that locked in a Wild–Stars first-round matchup. Jesper Wallstedt made 25 saves; replay reviews favored the Wild. The teams meet Thursday in Dallas with home-ice advantage at stake.

Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.

Timeline of Events

Earlier Tuesday: Colorado’s win locked in a Wild vs. Stars first-round matchup.
Tuesday night: Minnesota Wild rallied twice and beat Seattle Kraken 5-2 at home.
Same evening: Dallas Stars won in overtime against Calgary, maintaining standings edge.
With four games remaining, Minnesota trailed Dallas by two points for second place.
Thursday: Wild and Stars will meet in Dallas in a season-ending preview with seeding implications.

Why This Matters to You

If you're a Minnesota Wild fan, this is a crucial time. The team's on a winning streak, but they're still trailing Dallas. Thursday's game could decide home-ice advantage in the playoffs. Get ready to cheer them on.

The Bottom Line

The Wild's recent win sets the stage for a high-stakes showdown with the Dallas Stars. This game isn't just about winning, it's about securing a better position for the playoffs. Worth forwarding if you know a Wild fan who needs a heads-up.