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Quinn Hughes, Vladimir Tarasenko Help Wild Win First Playoff Series In 11 Years
TL;DR
The Minnesota Wild won their first playoff series in 11 years by defeating the Dallas Stars 5-2, thanks to key performances from Quinn Hughes and Vladimir Tarasenko. This victory marks their first advancement past the first round since 2015.
Key points
- Minnesota Wild won their first playoff series since 2012
- Quinn Hughes scored twice in Game 6
- Vladimir Tarasenko played a key role in the victory
- Wild defeated the Dallas Stars 5-2
- Next opponent is the Colorado Avalanche
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The Minnesota Wild hadn't advanced past the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs since 2015, but that was made ancient history on Thursday evening.
Former Michigan Wolverines defenseman Quinn Hughes, who had been linked to the Detroit Red Wings earlier this season, along with former Red Wings forward Vladimir Tarasenko, both played key roles in their Game 6 victory over the Dallas Stars, sending them on a collision course with the Colorado Avalanche.
Hughes, who was traded from the Vancouver Canucks to the Wild in December despite being heavily linked to the Red Wings, scored twice as part of Minnesota's 5-2 victory at Grand Casino Arena.
Meanwhile, Tarasenko, who more than doubled his goal output this season with Minnesota after scoring only 11 last season with Detroit, also scored for the host Wild.
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Q&A
When was the last time the Minnesota Wild won a playoff series?
The Minnesota Wild last won a playoff series in 2012, making this their first series win in 11 years.
What roles did Quinn Hughes and Vladimir Tarasenko play in the Wild's playoff victory?
Quinn Hughes scored twice and Vladimir Tarasenko contributed significantly to the Wild's 5-2 victory over the Dallas Stars.
Who will the Minnesota Wild face in the next round of the playoffs?
The Minnesota Wild will face the Colorado Avalanche in the next round of the playoffs.
