GAME RECAP
STAR TRIBUNE’S THREE STARS
1. Jason Zucker, Wild: The winger broke a 2-2 tie in the third period with his seventh goal.
2. Cale Makar, Avalanche: The rookie defenseman scored both of Colorado’s goals.
3. Ryan Suter, Wild: The defenseman tallied two assists.
BY THE NUMBERS
7 Faceoff wins by center Eric Staal in 11 draws.
15 Second-period goals by the Wild in its past nine games.
SARAH MCLELLAN
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