Walker and Blake Lead Hurricanes to Victory Over Wild
The Carolina Hurricanes edged the Minnesota Wild 4-3 at Lenovo Center in Raleigh, N.C., thanks to goals and assists from Jackson Blake and Sean Walker. Frederik Andersen contributed with 21 saves, helping the Hurricanes secure their second consecutive win and third in four games.
Key Performances
- Jackson Blake and Sean Walker each recorded a goal and an assist.
- Nikolaj Ehlers and Andrei Svechnikov also scored for Carolina.
- Matt Boldy led the Wild with two goals, while Filip Gustavsson made 23 saves.
Coach Comments
“Blake is probably the one who needs the most credit for tonight. The one goal was all him, and the other was just a great pass.” – Carolina coach Rod Brind’Amour
“They’re a high-pressure team. There were times I thought we handled it well, and there were times when there was another good team on the ice, too. We got some looks in different segments of the game.” – Minnesota coach John Hynes
Game Highlights
Boldy opened scoring for the Wild at 5:34 of the first period in his 300th NHL game. The goal came after Hurricanes forward Mark Jankowski disrupted Kirill Kaprizov’s rush, allowing Boldy to tap in a loose puck near the crease.
The teams then combined for three goals within 52 seconds during a fast-paced 4-on-4 sequence, intensifying the game drama.
The Hurricanes' win reflects their resilience and ability to perform under pressure, with standout contributions from Blake and Walker making the decisive difference.