Erik Haula and Thomas Vanek scored at TCF Bank Stadium in a 6-1 laugher against the Blackhawks
Fifty Thousand plus fans had something to cheer about in the Minnesota Wild's first-ever outdoor game. The Wild ran the rival Chicago Blackhawks off the ice in a decisive 6-1 victory that was as notable for its overall experience as it was for its one-sidedness.
The Wild came out strong at the beginning of the first period, getting a lot of offensive pressure in the first few minutes. The scoring started when Justin Fontaine started a transition off a Jarret Stoll blocked shot, passing it to a streaking Ryan Carter.