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April 26, 2026

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In a thrilling Game 4 of the NHL playoffs, the Minnesota Wild leveled their series against the Dallas Stars with a dramatic 3-2 overtime victory, thanks to Matt Boldy's goal scored with just 29 seconds remaining in the extra period.

The Wild, led by strong performances from Brock Faber, who scored a goal and provided an assist, and goaltender Jesper Wallstedt, who made an impressive 43 saves, managed to overcome the loss of Mats Zuccarello due to an upper-body injury.

The team had previously dominated the opening game 6-1 but faced challenges in Games 2 and 3, losing both including a double-overtime defeat. With this win, the series is tied at 2-2, setting the stage for a crucial Game 5 in Dallas.

Despite struggling on the power play, going 0-for-4, the Wild's resilience shone through, showcasing their determination to advance in the playoffs. As they prepare for the upcoming game, Kirill Kaprizov emphasized the need for the team to step up in Zuccarello's absence, acknowledging the pressure on key players to perform.

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