Minnesota has been in a bit of a slump, but ahead of the game against the LA Kings, the verdict was clear: "We've realized the seriousness of the situation, and now it's time to start winning again."
Said and done. They defeated the Kings 3–1 after a more complete performance. However, they can't afford to relax—they need to keep delivering strong performances to maintain their grip on a wild card spot for the playoffs. A fitting challenge now...
Seattle comes into this game with good results behind them, but a 6–2 win against a dreadful Blackhawks team shouldn't be overestimated, and now they're also on a back-to-back.
How have they fared earlier this season? Record: Zero wins. Ten losses. Likely goaltender: Philipp Grubauer. They have only won 30 percent of their games with the German in net. Current playoff chances: 0.2%.
