Wild vs. Stars Game 1: Key takeaways from a statement rout for Minnesota

DALLAS — The Minnesota Wild have a long way to go to exorcise their first-round demons, and especially those in Dallas, where they historically struggle mightily. But if the Wild are going to advance to the second round for the first time in 11 years, Saturday’s series-opening 6-1 beatdown of the Dallas Stars is the template.Advertisement