ST. PAUL, Minn. -- Kirill Kaprizov scored two goals for the second straight game, and the Minnesota Wild defeated the Vegas Golden Knights 5-2 in Game 3 of the Western Conference First Round at Xcel Energy Center on Thursday.

SportsLine expert Jimmie revealed his six-leg SGP picks and best bets for Thursday's NHL playoff game between the Minnesota Wild and Vegas Golden Knights for a 20-1 payout

Avalanche captain Gabriel Landeskog could play in his first NHL game in nearly three years on Wednesday night against the Stars.

Colorado Avalanche captain Gabriel Landeskog could play in his first NHL game in nearly three years on Wednesday night against the Dallas Stars in Game 3

Colorado’s captain hadn’t played in an NHL game since 2022. Against long odds, he made his way back in Game 3 versus Dallas.

Stanley Cup Playoffs have begun with 16 teams looking to be the last one standing after four grueling rounds of playoff hockey action. The Florida Panthers return to defend their championship and are off to a strong start winning the first two games on the road against their cross-state rival Tampa Bay Lightning.

The NHL postseason has begun. Check out the odds for who is favored to hoist the Stanley Cup at season's end, as well as first-round odds.