GAME RECAP
STAR TRIBUNE's THREE STars
1. Zach Parise, Wild: In his return from a concussion, he scored twice for his 35th career-multi-goal game; four shots and four hits.
2. Jason Pominville, Wild: Sixth-career three-assist game (128 career multi-point games), plus-3, three shots.
3. Jared Spurgeon, Wild: Assist, two shots, eight blocked shots.
By the numbers
0 Even-strength shots for the Jets in the first period.
8 Career-high penalty minutes for Ryan Suter.
8-for-8 Wild penalty kill, including three abbreviated 5-on-3s.
8 Goals for Nino Niederreiter to lead the Wild.
4:52 Time it took in the third for Winnipeg to score three goals and tie it up.
MICHAEL RUSSO
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