Wild-N.Y. Islanders game recap
December 10, 2014 at 7:13AM
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
MICHAEL RUSSO
about the writer
After a middling start in the NHL with Columbus, David Jiricek — the 21-year-old former first-round pick — is getting a fresh look from the Wild.
