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Wild Dominate Blues 5-0; Kaprizov Shines in New Contract

10/10/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Minnesota Wild beat the St. Louis Blues 5-0.
Ryan Hartman scored twice; Filip Gustavsson earned a shutout.
Kirill Kaprizov signed an eight-year, $136 million contract and had three assists.
Blues defense with Logan Mailloux and Tyler Tucker struggled under pressure.
Blues coach Jim Montgomery urged higher battle levels and better special teams ahead of facing the Calgary Flames.

History

Historical Context

The NHL's 1967 expansion doubled its teams from six to twelve, introducing franchises like the St. Louis Blues. This pivotal move not only increased the league's popularity but also set the stage for evolving player contracts, exemplified by Kirill Kaprizov's $136 million deal. The expansion's long-term impact continues to shape the competitive landscape, as seen in recent games like the Minnesota Wild's 5-0 victory over the Blues.

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Story summary

The Minnesota Wild beat the St. Louis Blues 5-0.
Ryan Hartman scored twice; Filip Gustavsson earned a shutout.
Kirill Kaprizov signed an eight-year, $136 million contract and had three assists.
Blues defense with Logan Mailloux and Tyler Tucker struggled under pressure.
Blues coach Jim Montgomery urged higher battle levels and better special teams ahead of facing the Calgary Flames.

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