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Kaprizov Nears Wild Goal Record After OT Winner
3 Feb
Summary
- Kirill Kaprizov scored two goals, including the overtime winner, against Montreal.
- He is now three goals shy of Marian Gaborik's Minnesota Wild all-time record.
- Brock Faber scored the tying goal, contributing to a dominant home streak against the Canadiens.

Kirill Kaprizov is now only three goals away from setting a new Minnesota Wild franchise record for most goals scored. His stellar performance on Monday, including a two-goal effort and the overtime game-winner in a 4-3 victory against the Montreal Canadiens, brought him closer to this milestone. Kaprizov's 217 goals trail Marian Gaborik's 219, a record he is expected to surpass soon. He has been in remarkable form recently, scoring seven goals in his last six games.
Brock Faber was also a key contributor, scoring the game-tying goal in the third period. This win extended the Wild's impressive home record against the Canadiens, marking their 12th consecutive victory at home against the team. Defenseman Quinn Hughes also reached a personal milestone, recording his 400th career assist, making him one of the fastest defensemen in NHL history to achieve this feat. The team is showcasing strong offensive capabilities and resilience.




