Kirill Kaprizov joins practice after injury, NHL fans excited Minnesota Wild star's return - "I could watch that all day"

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Kirill Kaprizov joins practice after injury

The Minnesota Wild are gearing up for their upcoming game against the Vegas Golden Knights, and all eyes are on superstar forward Kirill Kaprizov. The young phenom was seen skating with skills coach Andy Ness for the first time since suffering a lower-body injury on March 8th.

Kirilli Kaprizov's absence has been felt by the team, he has 39 goals and 35 assists in 65 games this season, has given the team a much-needed boost heading for the playoffs but the Wild have managed to hold their own in his absence, posting a solid 44-23-9 record. However, with the playoffs just around the corner, having Kirill Kaprizov back in the lineup is crucial for the team's success

Fans across the league have been eagerly waiting for Kaprizov's return, and the Wild faithful are ecstatic to see their favorite player back on the ice.

The Wild are currently leading the Central Division by one point, and with only a handful of games left in the regular season, they will be looking to build momentum heading into the playoffs. Kirill Kaprizov's return will provide a much-needed boost to the team and give them a legitimate chance to make a deep playoff run.

Fans are eagerly anticipating Kaprizov's return and are excited to see how the team performs with their star forward back in action. With his skill and leadership on the ice, the Wild have a bright future ahead of them

Minnesota Wild thrive despite Kirill Kaprizov's injury

The Minnesota Wild have been without Kirill Kaprizov for several weeks now, but surprisingly, the team has been playing well without him. Since Kaprizov was out of the lineup, the Wild have posted a 44-23-9 record, including a recent win over the Colorado Avalanche to take over the top spot in the Central Division.

This success without their top scorer may come as a surprise to some, but it shows the depth and resilience of the Wild lineup. Other players have stepped up in Kirill Kaprizov's absence, including Joel Eriksson Ek, who has been a key contributor on both ends of the ice.

The Wild's defense has also been strong during this stretch, allowing just 2.7 goals per game. Goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury has been a brick wall in the net, posting a allowing 119 goals with a goals against average (GAA) of 2.82 and a save percentage (SV%) of .910.

Of course, the Wild will be happy to have Kaprizov back in the ice for practice,but the team's recent success is a testament to their depth. It also bodes well for the team's chances in the postseason, as they have shown they can win without relying solely on their star player.

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