Preview: Wild Visit Golden Knights in Key Western Conference Matchup LAS VEGAS (Interstat) — The surging Minnesota Wild will look to continue their strong December when they visit the inconsistent Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena on Monday night. Minnesota (22-16-0) enters on a 7-2-1 run over its last 10 games, despite a 3-2 overtime loss to Nashville on Tuesday. The Wild have found success with balanced scoring and sturdy defense, outscoring opponents 42-24 during that stretch. They will aim to avenge a 3-2 overtime home loss to Vegas on Nov. 16. Defenseman Brock Faber has been a catalyst for the Wild, recording eight points (one goal, seven assists) and 28 shots on goal in his last 10 contests. He scored a goal in the recent loss to Nashville. Vegas (17-18-0) seeks consistency after a 7-2 rout of San Jose on Tuesday snapped a three-game skid (0-2-1). The Golden Knights have struggled at home this season, with a sub-.500 record at T-Mobile Arena. Offensive sparkplug Mitchell Marner is coming off a two-goal, five-shot performance against the Sharks. In his last 10 games, Marner has tallied 11 points (four goals, seven assists) and will be the focal point of the Vegas attack. The Wild’s recent success has been built on a dominant home stand, but they now face a three-game California road trip after this contest. Vegas begins a four-game homestand, looking to gain ground in the playoff race. Monday’s game will feature a contrast in styles: Minnesota’s structured, two-way play against a Vegas team reliant on high-end skill and transition offense. The Golden Knights’ ability to contain Faber’s all-around game and generate secondary scoring behind Marner will be critical. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. PST.