The view from Minnesota

MINNEAPOLIS STAR TRIBUNE

Michael Russo: Wild takes over 3rd place in Central Division with 4-1 victory over LA

“The Wild, which beat Calgary the night before, was running on fumes in the second and third periods. But the Wild defended well, and as usual, Dubnyk was there to cover up for heavy legs by providing back-to-back security.”

Michael Russo: Koivu line gets the best of the Kopitar line in Wild’s 24th win in 30 games since the All-Star break

“The Niederreiter-Koivu-Stewart line was solid for a second game in a row and it has been for awhile. As I wrote last week, Stewart’s arrival has allowed Yeo to go with a consistent first, second and third line every night.”

ST. PAUL PIONEER PRESS

Brian Murphy: Wild jump into third place with 4-1 win over Kings

“Dubnyk made 31 saves, more than half during a lopsided second period, as the Wild won their fifth straight to continue climbing up the Western Conference.”

Tom Powers: Minnesota Wild are looking hard to beat

“If there is a player more valuable to his team in the NHL, I’d like to see him. Dubnyk fits the true definition of an MVP — maybe not the best player but the most valuable.”

SB Nation – HOCKEY WILDERNESS

Joe Bouley: Wild Pluck Jewels from the Kings’ Crown 4-1

“Minnesota won the special teams battle in the game and it was the difference outside of Devan Dubnyk.”