Minnesota Wild Battle Chicago Blackhawks at United Center Tonight

CHICAGO, Ill. — The Minnesota Wild face off against the Chicago Blackhawks tonight at 7:30 p.m. CT at United Center. This matchup follows the Wild’s impressive two-game shutout road trip against the Penguins and Jets.

The Wild, carrying a record of 12-7-4, are currently on a hot streak, winning five consecutive games and boasting a point streak of eight games. They come off a 3-0 win against Winnipeg, where Jesper Wallstedt recorded his second shutout of the season.

In contrast, the Blackhawks, holding a record of 10-8-4, are struggling after suffering a 1-0 loss to the Colorado Avalanche last Sunday. This indicates a tougher November, as they aim to turn the tide at home.

Last season, the Wild dominated the series against the Blackhawks, posting a 3-0-1 record. Notable performances included left wing Matt Boldy, who led Minnesota with five points in last year’s series.

Wild goalie Filip Gustavsson has shown strong form, sitting at 6-7-2 for the season with a 2.79 goals against average. In his last appearance, he recorded a shutout and stopped all 19 shots against the Jets.

The Blackhawks’ night will rest on the shoulders of Spencer Knight, who has a record of 7-5-3 this season. He looks to recover from the previous game’s defeat and find his footing against the Wild.

As both teams prepare for tonight’s critical match, fans will witness the intense rivalry. The game promises to deliver excitement as each team strives for two crucial points.