With the [attendance number] filling Xcel Energy Center, the Wild came out and got an early power play when the Stars took a bench minor for Too Many Men. Just two shots got through to Dallas starter Kari Lehtonen. The best chance came from Jason Pominville. his shot was stopped and Nino Niederreiter caused just enough havoc out front, but the play was whistled down, though the puck was still free. Charle Coyle then finished his check on Jason Demers. Demers then reached for his face and got the best of Referee Gord Dwyer, who obliged by calling an elbowing minor on Coyle.
Wild eliminated after 'Crazy' 3rd period.
