Kirill Kaprizov has gone two games without a goal, putting pressure on Minnesota’s star forward to break his drought in Game 4 of the NHL playoff series against Dallas.
The Wild trail the series 2-1 after Dallas won Game 3 in double overtime, 4-3, with Wyatt Johnston scoring the winner at 92:10. Kaprizov led Minnesota forwards in ice time with 36:30, while Vladimir Tarasenko played 23:30 and Daniil Yurov logged 15:00.
Game 4 is set for April 26 at the Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul, with a 12:30 a.m. MSK start. Minnesota enters as the slight favorite at 2.20 to win in regulation, according to Winline odds, while Dallas sits at 2.75.
The Wild hold advantages in several areas: they are the highest-scoring team in the playoffs, Quinn Hughes leads all defensemen in offensive production and Minnesota finished third in the Western Conference.
Despite the offensive firepower, Minnesota has failed to convert chances in the last two games, raising questions about whether Kaprizov and company can rediscover their scoring touch before facing elimination.
For more on this story, see Minnesota Wild Beat Dallas Stars in Game 1 of Stanley Cup Playoffs.
Betting markets reflect a tight contest, with the over/under at 5.5 goals drawing nearly even action — over at 1.75 (54%), under at 2.05 (46%) — suggesting expectations for another high-scoring affair.
Minnesota’s chance to advance stands at 3.09, while Dallas’ path to the next round is favored at 1.38, indicating oddsmakers see the Stars as the stronger series prospect despite the Wild’s home-ice edge in Game 4.
The game will be streamed live via the HOME OF HOCKEY community on VK, offering a free viewing option for fans unable to access traditional broadcasts.
What are Kirill Kaprizov’s recent scoring trends?
Kaprizov has not scored in Minnesota’s last two games, marking a two-game goal drought entering Game 4.
How did Dallas win Game 3?
Dallas won Game 3 in double overtime, 4-3, with Wyatt Johnston scoring the decisive goal at 92:10.
Where and when is Game 4 being played?
Game 4 will be held on April 26 at the Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul, starting at 12:30 a.m. MSK.
Can Minnesota’s offense break through in Game 4?
Despite being the playoffs’ highest-scoring team, Minnesota has been held off the scoresheet in its last two games, leaving their offensive consistency in question.