Minnesota Wild Overcome Chicago Blackhawks in Overtime Thriller

On November 26, 2025, the Minnesota Wild faced off against the Chicago Blackhawks, securing a dramatic 4-3 victory in overtime. This match marked the first meeting of the season between the two Central Division rivals. The Wild's win extended their streak to six consecutive victories, while the Blackhawks suffered their fourth straight loss.

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The Blackhawks initially took control of the game, with Jason Dickinson scoring the first goal at 5:41 of the second period. Connor Bedard followed suit, extending the lead to 2-0 at 12:08. However, the Wild responded late in the second period, with Brock Faber scoring to cut the deficit to 2-1. Nico Sturm tied the game at 2-2 early in the third period, marking his first goal of the season after returning from injury.

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Artyom Levshunov then put the Blackhawks back in the lead with his first NHL goal at 5:31 of the third. The Wild, however, equalized again with Matt Boldy's goal at 10:35, leading to an overtime period. Kirill Kaprizov clinched the victory for Minnesota with a power-play goal just 1:38 into overtime.

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Connor Bedard was a standout for the Blackhawks, contributing a goal and an assist. Levshunov's performance was notable as he scored his first career goal, showcasing his potential as a young defenseman. For the Wild, Kirill Kaprizov's overtime goal not only secured the win but also tied him with Zach Parise for the franchise record for career power-play goals.

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Following the game, Bedard expressed disappointment despite the team's effort, stating, “It [stinks]. I thought we played a pretty good game, but just little mistakes that we'll clean up.” Meanwhile, Sturm reflected on the Wild's performance, acknowledging the need for improvement despite the win: “We know that it was not our best game today.”

Game Recap: Wild 4, Hawks 3

Despite the victory, some analysts noted that the Wild's performance was not up to their usual standards. Coach John Hynes remarked on the need for improvement, stating, “Not our best, I think everyone knows that, but good teams find ways to win.” Critics highlighted the Wild's slow start and reliance on goaltending to secure the win.

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Both teams are set to continue their schedules with upcoming games. The Wild will face the Colorado Avalanche at home, while the Blackhawks will take on the Nashville Predators. The outcome of these matches will be crucial for both teams as they navigate the competitive landscape of the NHL season.

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• “Found a way to get it done. Not our best, I think everyone knows that, but good teams find ways to win,” — Matt Boldy, Forward, Minnesota Wild

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• “So happy. It was a good game for me. World goes on.” — Artyom Levshunov, Defenseman, Chicago Blackhawks

Game Recap: Wild 4, Hawks 3

• “I thought we played a pretty good game, but just little mistakes that we'll clean up.” — Connor Bedard, Forward, Chicago Blackhawks

Game Recap: Wild 4, Hawks 3

This match highlighted the resilience of the Minnesota Wild and the ongoing challenges faced by the Chicago Blackhawks as they seek to turn their season around.

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