What Happened
Minnesota scored twice in the opening minutes and went on to beat Washington 5-1 on Sunday. The early goals gave the Wild a lead they did not relinquish, and the result ended the Capitals' three-game winning streak.
Key Details
- Final score: Minnesota Wild 5, Washington Capitals 1.
- The Wild scored two goals in the opening minutes.
- Washington entered the game on a three-game winning streak.
- The game was played in Minnesota.
- The Capitals were the visiting team.