Wild's Bold Strategy Secures Crucial Overtime Win Against Predators

In a daring move, Minnesota Wild coach John Hynes pulled goalie Marc-Andre Fleury in overtime, leading to a game-winning goal and keeping playoff hopes alive.

The Minnesota Wild, in a desperate bid for playoff contention, pulled goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury for an extra attacker in overtime, securing a 4-3 victory over the Nashville Predators.
Coach John Hynes's unconventional strategy paid off when Matt Boldy scored the game-winning goal, marking his second career overtime winner.
The victory brings the Wild within six points of the second wild-card spot in the West, with 17 games remaining in the season.
Few Wild players were aware of the rule that pulling the goalie in overtime without a delayed penalty could result in losing a point if the opposing team scores.
Marc-Andre Fleury delivered a strong performance with 27 saves, contributing significantly to the team's win.