Game recap
Star Tribune's three stars
1. Ryan Suter, Wild: In his first game back after missing two because of the mumps, he had three assists and four shots.
2. Mikko Koivu, Wild: Captain had a goal and an assist; won 22 of 28 faceoffs.
3. Thomas Vanek, Wild: Former Islander scored tying goal and had an assist.
By the numbers
400 Games played by Niklas Backstrom (194-137-48)
27-8 Shot advantage for the Wild in last two periods
8-5-1 The Wild's record in one-goal games
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