game recap

Star Tribune's Three Stars

1. Craig Anderson, Senators: Made 26 of his 35 saves in the second and third periods; 28th career shutout.

2. Mike Hoffman, Senators: Entered with four goals in 37 career games; left with six in 38.

3. Curtis Lazar, Senators: Just told he would not be returned to juniors, assist, plus-2, won seven of 10 faceoffs.

By the numbers

19 Goals allowed in the past six games by the Wild (3.2 a game).

2-for-38 Wild power play this season, 5.2 percent (0-for-3 Thursday).

7 Shots for Thomas Vanek after having four in his previous seven games.

12 Consecutive opponents the Wild has outshot (419-268)

MICHAEL RUSSO