Kaprizov Takes Charge in Crucial Wild vs. Blackhawks Clash with Playoff Stakes

Sunday, April 7th, 2024

On Sunday at 3:30 p.m. EDT, the match in Chicago features the Minnesota Wild, with a record of 36-30-10, going up against the Chicago Blackhawks, who stand at 23-48-5.

In their recent encounter, the Wild were defeated by the Winnipeg Jets with a score of 4-2, in spite of Kirill Kaprizov lighting the lamp twice. Against teams within the Central Division, Chicago hasn't fared well, posting a 6-14-3 record, alongside their season tally of 23 wins, 48 losses, and 5 ties.

Minnesota's performance against Central Division opponents shows an 8-13-3 record, with an overall count of 36 victories, 30 losses, and 10 draws, and they're dealing with a negative thirteen in the scoring differential arena.

In the season's rivalry, this game marks the third occasion these teams have clashed. In their last meeting, the Wild edged out a 2-1 victory, thanks again to Kaprizov's dual goals contribution.

Chicago looks to Philipp Kurashev, who has net 16 goals and made 36 assists, and Connor Bedard, contributing 2 goals and 6 assists in the recent 10 games, for sparks in their game. Meanwhile, the Wild is led by Kaprizov, who boasts 39 goals and 47 assists, and Marco Rossi, who has added 3 goals and 1 assist in the past 10 games, in offensive drives.

Both teams are navigating injuries, with Chicago missing Taylor Hall, Connor Murphy, and Reese Johnson. On the other side, Minnesota will be without Jared Spurgeon, Sam Hentges, Zach Bogosian, and Marcus Foligno due to injuries.

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