Minnesota Wild forward Kirill Kaprizov will be sidelined for Friday night's game against the Dallas Stars due to a lower body injury. Kaprizov, a standout player for the Wild, is currently tied for second in the NHL with 23 goals and ranks fourth in total points with 50. His exceptional performance on the ice includes leading the league this season with six multi-goal games and sharing the top spot for goals scored in the calendar year with Florida's Sam Reinhart at 56.
This unfortunate setback marks the second game this season that Kaprizov will miss. His absence from the lineup on November 23 against Calgary was due to a lower body injury sustained two nights earlier during a game against Edmonton. Despite this injury, Kaprizov has demonstrated remarkable resilience and skill, recording points in 12 of the 15 games following his recovery, including 10 goals, two of which were game-winners, and six assists.
The Minnesota Wild are aiming to balance their December record at 6-6-0 as they return from the NHL's Christmas break. The team had an impressive run in the previous two months, boasting a record of 16-4-4. Notably, the Wild lead the league in road points with 27 (12-3-3), showcasing their strength and competitiveness away from home ice.
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