Wild bounce back against Avalanche

Minnesota has found a blueprint to challenge the Presidents' Trophy winners, delivering a physical and precise performance to stun the Avalanche.

Kirill Kaprizov's early goal set the tone for a home victory that saw the Wild capitalize on uncharacteristic defensive lapses from Colorado.

The Avalanche were forced into their first goalie change of the playoffs, pulling Scott Wedgewood after he allowed three goals in just over seven periods.

With momentum now shifting, Game 4 in Minnesota will determine if the Wild can even the series against a historically potent Colorado offense.