Vegas Golden Knights Secure Playoff Spot After Decisive 7-2 Victory Over Minnesota Wild

Saturday, April 13th, 2024

Jack Eichel, Nicolas Roy, and Pavel Dorofeyev each contributed a goal and an assist, while Chandler Stephenson racked up four assists, leading the Vegas Golden Knights to a resounding 7-2 victory over the Minnesota Wild, guaranteeing them a spot in the playoffs.

Jonathan Marchessault, Tomas Hertl, William Karlsson, and Keegan Kolesar were among the goal scorers, with Noah Hanifin and Logan Thompson adding their support with two assists and 25 saves, respectively.

This win, paired with a defeat for the St. Louis Blues, allowed the Golden Knights to secure their place in the playoffs. Stephenson reached a personal milestone by achieving his third season with 50 points, highlighted by his third career game with four assists.

Tomas Hertl marked his first goal with Vegas, following his move from San Jose. Marat Khusnutdinov and Ryan Hartman found the net for the Wild, in a match where Marc-Andre Fleury, facing his old team, let in seven goals.

The Golden Knights demonstrated their power on special teams, scoring two power play goals, a feat achieved three times in their last five games.

The loss worsened the Wild's situation, extending their losing streak to five games, despite previously being in the running for the playoffs.

For Minnesota, Jonas Brodin, Matt Boldy, and Marco Rossi achieved personal career highlights and Liam Ohgren celebrated his NHL debut amidst the match's outcomes.

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