GAME RECAP

STAR TRIBUNE'S THREE STARS

1. Ray Whitney, Hurricanes: The "Wizard" scored a goal and had two assists in 20 1/2 minutes.

2. Robbie Earl, Wild: Scored his first two NHL goals in his second game with Minnesota.

3. Brandon Sutter, Hurricanes: Youngster scored a goal, had an assist and was outstanding defensively.

BY THE NUMBERS

0-3-1 Wild's record all-time at Carolina

9 Times in history the Wild has allowed three power-play goals in a game.

MICHAEL RUSSO