nhl Game Recap
Minnesota Wild vs Washington Capitals Wrap - Washington Wins 3-2
It came down to a shootout and Darcy Kuemper foiled the opposition in a 3-2 victory for Washington over Minnesota Friday.
Bettors who backed the Capitals were rewarded as -122 favorites at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 6.5.
Washington got goals from Tom Wilson, and Dylan Strome in the victory. Wilson opened the scoring at 9:49 of the first period.
Darcy Kuemper stopped 39 of 41 Minnesota shots in the victory.
Minnesota got goals from Marco Rossi, and Ryan Hartman in the loss, but it wasn't enough.
Minnesota got a 31-stop effort from Marc-Andre Fleury in the loss.
On the power play, Washington went 1-for-3, while the Wild were 0-for-5 with the man advantage.
Minnesota outshot Washington 41-33 in the game.
Washington looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Sharks. The Wild will aim to get back on the winning track at New Jersey.