Michael McCarron Extends Early Wild Lead in Win Over Capitals

Michael McCarron potted an early goal from the slot at the 5:27 mark of the first period, extending Minnesota's lead to 2-0 in an eventual 5-1 win against the Washington Capitals on Sunday. McCarron's early insurance marker helped propel the Wild past Washington, snapping the Capitals' three-game winning streak. McCarron and Minnesota will look to keep rolling Tuesday at Philadelphia.