On January 29, 2026, the Minnesota Wild secured a 4-1 victory over the Calgary Flames. The game began with Danila Yurov and Vinnie Hinostroza scoring in the first period, setting the tone for Minnesota's dominance. Despite a late third-period goal from Morgan Frost, the Flames couldn't close the gap. Matt Boldy and Kirill Kaprizov added insurance goals, with Boldy's power-play goal being a highlight. Filip Gustavsson's 29 saves were crucial for the Wild's success, as they improved their record to 5-1-1 in their last seven games. Minnesota now shares the second-most points in the NHL with Tampa Bay, trailing only Colorado. The Wild's strong performance continued, with Boldy's assist streak equaling franchise history. However, the game wasn't without controversy. Despite being down by two goals, Frost's goal in the third period sparked debate, as it was a result of a long outlet pass from Jonathan Huberdeau. The Wild's penalty-killing prowess and Quinn Hughes' near-breakaway attempt added to the drama. With a 22-0-3 record when leading after two periods, Minnesota's consistency is impressive. The Flames, on the other hand, face a challenging road ahead, hosting San Jose on Saturday. The Wild, meanwhile, will visit Edmonton, continuing their pursuit of a top spot in the league.
