Wild Thump Stars

Matt Boldy led the offensive charge with two goals and an assist, while Joel Eriksson Ek added two power-play goals.

The Wild jumped out to a quick 4-0 lead, continuing a troubling pattern for Dallas, who have now lost Game 1 in nine of their last 11 playoff series.

Kirill Kaprizov also contributed a goal and an assist as Minnesota dominated every facet of the game.

The Stars will need a significant turnaround in Game 2 to avoid a deep early hole in the series.