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Kaprizov's Power-Play Brilliance Lifts Wild to 2-1 Series Lead Over Vegas

Minnesota dominates Game 3 behind Kaprizov's two goals, Boldy's consistency, and Gustavsson's 30-save performance, setting the stage for Game 4 in St. Paul.

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Apr 24, 2025; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Vegas Golden Knights goaltender Adin Hill (33) watches a shot from Minnesota Wild left wing Matt Boldy (12) go into the net behind him in the second period in game three of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Xcel Energy Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Kirill Kaprizov scored two power-play goals, including a buzzer-beater in the second period, as the Wild defeated the Golden Knights 5-2 in Game 3.
  • Matt Boldy extended his goal streak to three games, and Marco Rossi notched his first career postseason goal for Minnesota.
  • Filip Gustavsson made 30 saves, anchoring the Wild's defense and holding Vegas' top line scoreless for the third straight game.
  • Vegas' only goals came from Alex Pietrangelo's slap shot and Reilly Smith's short-handed effort, as their goaltender Adin Hill struggled and was replaced after two periods.
  • With a 2-1 series lead, the Wild aim to capitalize on home-ice advantage in Game 4 on Saturday, seeking their first playoff series win since 2015.