The Minnesota Wild face a crucial Game 6 against the Vegas Golden Knights, trailing 3-2 in the first round of the Stanley Cup playoffs. After a controversial Game 5, where a late goal by Ryan Hartman was disallowed for offside, the Wild are determined to avoid elimination. The absence of Golden Knights' leading scorer Pavel Dorofeyev due to injury adds to the stakes, while Filip Gustavsson returns to the Wild's lineup after missing the last game due to illness.

This matchup at Xcel Energy Center is paramount for the Wild, who must rally after a tough overtime loss in Game 5. Marcus Foligno emphasized the importance of resilience, noting the unpredictability of playoff hockey. As the faceoff approaches at 6:40 p.m., fans eagerly await to see if the Wild can force a decisive Game 7.