Wild replace Wallstedt with Gustavsson after nine-goal loss
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DENVER — The Minnesota Wild announced Filip Gustavsson will start Game 2 at Ball Arena on Tuesday after Jesper Wallstedt allowed eight goals in a 9-6 loss to the Colorado Avalanche on Sunday. The Avalanche scored nine times in Game 1, and Wallstedt surrendered a career-high eight goals on 42 shots.
The coaching decision came several hours before Tuesday’s puck drop, with coach John Hynes citing confidence in both goaltenders and Gustavsson’s regular-season form. Colorado entered the series after sweeping Los Angeles and having extra preparation time; both teams said they planned defensive adjustments for the rematch on Tuesday night.
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Timeline
- 1. Avalanche sweep Kings in Round 1, gaining extra rest prior to Round 2.
- 2. Wild complete six-game series vs. Dallas, arriving with a shorter turnaround.
- 3. Sunday Game 1 at Ball Arena ends with Colorado defeating Minnesota 9-6.
- 4. Jesper Wallstedt records a career-high eight goals allowed on 42 shots in Game 1.
- 5. Coach John Hynes names Filip Gustavsson the starter for Game 2, announced hours before puck drop.
Why it matters
If you're a Wild fan, this goalie switch-up is crucial. Gustavsson's regular-season form was solid, and the team needs a strong defense to bounce back. Watch Game 2 to see if the Wild's adjustments pay off.
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