STAR TRIBUNE'S THREE STARS

1. Dustin Brown, Kings: Heavy-hitting captain was physical and scored a goal.

2. Jack Johnson, Kings: One assist, plus-2.

3. Colin Fraser, Kings: Scored his first goal in his second game as a King and had five hits.

BY THE NUMBERS

3 Goals allowed during Wild's recent five-game win streak, contrasted with five Saturday.

4 Even-strength goals vs. Kings after allowing seven in first seven road games.

1 Goal by Mikko Koivu in 16 games this season.

MICHAEL RUSSO