Star Tribune's three stars

1. Craig Smith, Predators: Former Badger scored two goals, had two assists, was plus-4 and had five shots.

2. Jason Pominville, Wild: Hit the 30-goal mark for the third time in his career, had two assists.

3. Erik Haula, Wild: Goal and assist for his first multi-point game.

By the numbers

9 30-goal seasons in Wild history (Marian Gaborik five, Brian Rolston three, Pominville one).

14 Assists by Mikko Koivu since March 18 (most in NHL, one Sunday).

MICHAEL RUSSO