Wild's First-Round Playoff Win Ends Long Drought
The Minnesota Wild won their first-round playoff series for the first time since 2015, defeating the St. Louis Blues in six games.
May 2, 2026
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The Minnesota Wild secured their first-round playoff series victory for the first time since 2015, defeating the St. Louis Blues in six games. The series concluded on April 30, 2026, with a 4-2 win at Xcel Energy Center.
This marks the Wild's first series win since they beat the Blues in the 2015 first round. The team had lost in the first round in each of the previous four playoff appearances (2016, 2017, 2018, 2020).
Key players included Kirill Kaprizov, who led the team in scoring during the series, and goaltender Marc-André Fleury, who made crucial saves in Game 6. The Wild will face the Colorado Avalanche in the second round.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When was the last time the Wild won a playoff series before 2026?
The Wild last won a playoff series in 2015, when they defeated the St. Louis Blues in the first round.
Who were key players in the Wild's series win?
Kirill Kaprizov led the team in scoring, and goaltender Marc-André Fleury made key saves in Game 6.
Who will the Wild face in the second round?
The Wild will face the Colorado Avalanche in the second round of the 2026 playoffs.
