Kaprizov double seals Minnesota’s victory over Tampa in NHL match
The Minnesota Wild triumphed over the Tampa Bay Lightning with a 4-2 win in their regular NHL season showdown. The clash took place at the Amalie Arena in Tampa.
For the visitors, Russian forward Kirill Kaprizov delivered a stellar performance with two goals (7th minute, 60th minute, empty net), while Joel Eriksson Ek (39th minute) and Matthew Boldy (41st minute, power play) each added a goal. The home team responded with goals from Brandon Hagel (29th minute, shorthanded) and Nikita Kucherov (32nd minute).
In addition to his two goals, Kaprizov also notched an assist. Lightning’s goaltender Andrei Vasilevskiy managed to stop 14 of 18 shots directed at his net.
Minnesota extended their unbeaten streak to four matches. Previously, the Wild had defeated the Florida Panthers (5-1), the Columbus Blue Jackets (3-1), and the St. Louis Blues (4-1).
Minnesota currently holds second place in the NHL’s Western Conference standings, amassing 12 points. Meanwhile, Tampa sits in seventh position in the Eastern Conference with eight points.
The Wild's next fixture is an away game against the Philadelphia Flyers on 26th October, while the Lightning will host the Washington Capitals on their home ice the following day.
