Wild End Kings' Five-Game Winning Streak 3-1

The Minnesota Wild ended the Los Angeles Kings' five-game winning streak with a 3-1 victory on March 17, 2025, showcasing a strong defensive performance. Adrian Kempe opened the scoring for the Kings, netting his 28th goal of the season early in the game, but the Wild quickly responded with goals from Ryan Hartman and Mats Zuccarello, the latter scoring the game-winner on a power play. The Kings struggled on the power play, failing to convert on three opportunities, while the Wild capitalized on theirs, scoring two goals with the man advantage. Despite the loss, the Kings remain in a solid position for the playoffs, holding an eight-point lead over the Vancouver Canucks for the final playoff spot in the Pacific Division. The game was critical for the Wild, who needed the win to maintain their Wild Card position. Goalie Filip Gustavsson made 28 saves for Minnesota, while the Kings' Darcy Kuemper had 19 saves, ending his shutout streak.