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Wild's power play malfunctions again in loss to Kings
Overall, the power play is 2-for-30 this season and ranks 29th in the NHL at 6.7 percent after going 0-for-3 against Los Angeles.
Sturm returns, Talbot still out as Wild meets Kings
Wild coach Dean Evason says starting goalie Cam Talbot will miss his second consecutive game and is day-to-day.
Wild's Talbot out vs. Sharks
The goalie left Friday's win in the Wild home opener and won't be available in their rematch with San Jose on Sunday.
Kahkonen blanks Sharks in relief, backstops Wild to another win
Kaapo Kahkonen replaced Cam Talbot to begin Friday nikght's second period, inheriting a 1-1 tie, and he was air-tight the rest of the way.
Wild facing former teammate Dubnyk in home opener vs. Sharks
Devan Dubnyk, who the Wild traded in the offseason, is getting the start for San Jose. "I'm sure there'll be some comments back and forth. But it'll be fun," said Jared Spurgeon.
Wild Mailbag: Matthew Boldy, the power play, the taxi squad and empty rinks
Sarah McLellan answers readers questions in advance of tonight's home opener vs. San Jose, and an invitation to watch our Wild pregame show this afternoon.
Third line remains Wild's best in win over Ducks
The Wild finished its season-opening four-game road trip at 3-1 and in each of those victories, the third line contributed a vital third-period goal.
Kahkonen gets first 2021 start in goal for Wild tonight vs. Ducks
The addition of newly-acquired defenseman Ian Cole won't be the only change to the Wild's lineup tonight at Anaheim
Wild's power-play struggles continue in shutout loss to Ducks
The Wild controls the puck most of the time, and players are getting quality looks on net. But the power play hasn't been a success.
Rask will center top line as unbeaten Wild plays Anaheim tonight
The same players who skated during wins over the Kings will be on the ice against the Ducks.