Wild Clinch Playoff Spot, Fleury Makes Final Appearance

The Minnesota Wild secured their playoff berth with a thrilling overtime victory over the Anaheim Ducks, highlighted by goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury's final regular season appearance. Trailing late in the game, the Wild equalized with Joel Eriksson Ek's goal just 22 seconds before regulation ended, allowing them to advance to overtime. Fleury entered the game during overtime, where he made five crucial saves and helped the team win 3-2, marking his 575th career victory. This moment served as a fitting farewell for the future Hall of Famer, who has not officially announced his retirement but is expected to hang up his skates after this season. The Wild will now face the Vegas Golden Knights in the first round of the playoffs. Fleury's illustrious career includes three Stanley Cups and numerous accolades, placing him second all-time in wins among goaltenders.