Kaprizov's Hat Trick Powers Wild to Victory Over Sharks
The win snaps a three-game losing streak for Minnesota, keeping playoff hopes alive as Kaprizov hits 300 career points.
- Kirill Kaprizov's hat trick, including two tying goals and the game-winner, leads the Minnesota Wild to a 4-3 victory over the San Jose Sharks.
- The win ends the Wild's three-game losing streak and keeps their playoff hopes alive, now 8 points out of a playoff spot.
- Kaprizov becomes the fifth fastest active player to reach 300 career points, matching a franchise record for single-season hat tricks.
- Wild's goaltender Filip Gustavsson faces criticism for allowing three goals on 15 shots, but makes crucial saves to secure the win.
- The Sharks continue their struggle, extending their winless streak to seven games, as former Wild players Granlund and Sturm score against their old team.