Minnesota Wild Defeats Toronto Maple Leafs in Overtime

The Minnesota Wild showcased their resilience by defeating the Toronto Maple Leafs 2-1 in overtime, with Matt Boldy scoring the decisive goal. Despite being without star player Kirill Kaprizov, the Wild maintained a strong record, improving to 6-0-2 when scoring first and 5-0-1 when leading after the first period. The Wild's defense was notable, limiting Toronto to just five shots in the third period, while Ryan Hartman also contributed by scoring the opening goal. Head Coach John Hynes emphasized the importance of the team's adaptability, moving away from being overly reliant on key players. The victory reflects the Wild's overall confidence and ability to win through collective effort this season. In contrast, the Maple Leafs continue to struggle with their power play, going 0-for-4 in their recent loss against the St. Louis Blues.