3 Things to Watch: Stars at Wild, Game 3 of Western Conference 1st Round

In a bid to shake up their playoff fortunes, the Minnesota Wild are set to unleash rookie goaltender Jesper Wallstedt in his first home start of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. The 20-year-old Swedish netminder will take the reins in Game 3 of the Western Conference First Round against their opponent, a move that could bring a much-needed spark to the team's postseason campaign. Wallstedt has shown flashes of brilliance in his limited NHL appearances, and with the Wild trailing the series, they'll be counting on him to help turn the tide in their favor. Can Wallstedt rise to the challenge and prove himself as a key contributor in the Wild's bid for a deep playoff run?

ST. PAUL, Minn. -- Jesper Wallstedt will get his first home start in the Stanley Cup Playoffs when he leads the Minnesota Wild onto the ice for Game 3 of the Western Conference First Round against the ...