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Minnesota Wild right wing Mats Zuccarello (36) is congratulated by defenseman John Klingberg (3), left wing Kirill Kaprizov (97) and defenseman Brock Faber (7) after scoring against the Dallas Stars in the third period of Game 3 on Friday night.(Matt Blewett-USA TODAY Sports)

Minnesota Wild have chance to grab command of first-round series Sunday

Yeah, Game 2 was ugly. How will the Minnesota Wild respond at home?

After wild opener, Minnesota will try to take command of first-round series

The Minnesota Wild are in the postseason again. Is this the year they can make a run?

Minnesota Wild center Frederick Gaudreau (89) celebrates with the bench after his goal in the third period against the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena.(Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports)

Wild vs. Golden Knights: A desert matchup with the Best in the West — for now

Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Wild left wing Matt Boldy and fans celebrate a hat trick goal against the Seattle Kraken in the third period at Xcel Energy Center.(Matt Blewett-USA TODAY Sports)

Wild vs. Avalanche: It doesn’t get much bigger than this (in the regular season)

Minnesota Wild right wing Ryan Hartman (38) celebrates his goal with defenseman Jared Spurgeon during Saturday afternoon's win over Chicago in St. Paul.(Bruce Fedyck-USA TODAY Sports)

Minnesota Wild are a first-place team. This week will test if they can stay there.

Minnesota Wild right wing Mats Zuccarello celebrates a goal against the Arizona Coyotes during the first period at Mullett Arena on Sunday . (Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports)

Wild vs. Blues: Streaking Minnesota ends four-game road trip in St. Louis

FMinnesota Wild left wing Kirill Kaprizov (97) celebrates his goal with teammates during the second period against the Nashville Predators at Xcel Energy Center on Sunday(Matt Krohn-USA TODAY Sports)

Wild vs. Kings: Where does Minnesota go from here?

The Minnesota Wild play in Arizona on Monday night, the team's first game since Jan. 28.(Matt Blewett-USA TODAY Sports)

Minnesota Wild open second-half playoff push in Arizona

Minnesota Wild defenseman Jared Spurgeon (46) celebrates with teammates after scoring against the Washington Capitals in the second period on Tuesday.(Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports)

Minnesota Wild finding success away from home ice once again

Kirill Kparizov celebrates a second-period goal wth the Minnesota Wild bench on Wednesday night against the Tampa Bay Lightning.(Bruce Fedyck-USA TODAY Sports)

Minnesota Wild vs. Sabres: A matchup of two scoring sensations

The Minnesota Wild celebrate a goal by Jared Spurgeon (46) during Sunday's game against the Ottawa Senators.(Matt Krohn-USA TODAY Sports)

The Minnesota Wild are streaking into the holiday season

Kirill Kaprizov has 12 points over the last two weeks and is a reason why the Minnesota Wild are riding a four-game winning streak entering Wednesday's m,atchup with Calgary.(Brace Hemmelgarn-USA TODAY Sports)

‘Ugly’ wins for the Minnesota Wild but Kirill Kaprizov’s game remains pretty

Minnesota Wild coach Dean Evason heads a group that has struggled offensively and defensively at times this year, and also dealt with injuries.(Brace Hemmelgarn-USA TODAY Sports)

Fleury injury just the latest hurdle for the struggling Minnesota Wild so far

The Minnesota Wild have won just two games at home this season and open a seven-game homestand on Thursday against the Pittsburgh Penguins.(Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)

Minnesota Wild to get a test with challenging homestand

Minnesota Wild goalie Filip Gusavsson makes a save against the Colorado Avalanche earlier this season. (Photo by David Berding/Getty Images)

Minnesota Wild: Filip Gustavsson gets his time to shine in net

Marc-Andre Fleury is greeted by teammate Mats Zuccarello after the Minnesota Wild's 1-0 win over Seattle on Friday.(Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports

Do the Minnesota Wild Have a Sustainable ‘Flower’ in Net?

Minnesota's Marco Rossi battles Anaheim's Brett Leason for control of the puck during the Wild's 4-1 win on Wednesday. (Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)

Minnesota Wild: Tough Lineup Decisions for Team Looming

Minnesota Wild center Joseph Cramarossa (56) celebrates with left wing Kirill Kaprizov (97) after scoring a goal during the third period against the Anaheim Ducks at Honda Center.(Kiyoshi Mio-USA TODAY Sports)

Minnesota Wild Finally Find the Net. What has Been the Problem?

The Minnesota Wild faces the Los Angeles Kings and former teammate Kevin Fiala on Tuesday to open a three-game road trip.(Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Wild vs. Kings: Minnesota begins West Coast road trip in L.A.

Jordan Greenway is back practicing with the Minnesota Wild and his physical presence has been a missing element in the Wild lineup so far this season.(Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports)

‘The Big Rig’ is Back and What the Minnesota Wild Need in a Big Way

Matt Dumba, right, is part of a Minnesota Wild defense that has struggled at the start of the season. Minnesota heads into Montreal on Tuesday nightl.(Paul Rutherford-USA TODAY Sports

Wild vs. Canadiens: Not all has been bad in Minnesota’s start to the season

Marc-Andre Fleury has allowed 11 goals iso far this season. Will he get the start on Monday night as the Minnesota Wild host the Colorado Avalanche?(Brace Hemmelgarn-USA TODAY Sports)

Wild vs. Avs: Minnesota has been seventh heaven for opponents so far

Matt Boldy had two goals for the Minnesota Wild in Thursday's season-opening loss to the New York Rangers. Minnesota hosts Los Angeles on Saturday.(Brace Hemmelgarn-USA TODAY Sports)

Wild vs. Kings: A chance to bounce back with Kevin Fiala back in Minnesota

Joel Eriksson Ek had a hat trick in the Minnesota Wild's home opener last season. What will Thursday hold against the New York Rangers?(Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports

Wild vs. Rangers: 3 keys to watch in regular season opener

Marco Rossi was in the Minnesota Wild lineup for two games this season. He likely will be a mainstay with the Wild next year.(David Berding-USA TODAY Sport)

Three key names on the Minnesota Wild roster to start the season

Sam Steel has five points in four games in the preseason so far. The Wild play their seventh and final exhibition game on Saturday night against Dallas.(Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports)

Minnesota Wild’s roster nearly set as team heads into final preseason tilt