The Minnesota Wild are gearing up for their upcoming game against the Vegas Golden Knights, and all eyes are on superstar forward Kirill Kaprizov. The young phenom was seen skating with skills coach Andy Ness for the first time since suffering a lower-body injury on March 8th.Kirilli Kaprizov's absence has been felt by the team, he has 39 goals and 35 assists in 65 games this season, has given the team a much-needed boost heading for the playoffs but the Wild have managed to hold their own in his absence, posting a solid 44-23-9 record. However, with the playoffs just around the corner, having Kirill Kaprizov back in the lineup is crucial for the team's successFans across the league have been eagerly waiting for Kaprizov's return, and the Wild faithful are ecstatic to see their favorite player back on the ice.Joe Smith@JoeSmithNHLInjured or not, Kirill Kaprizov is such a gifted skater #mnwild. twitter.com/joesmithnhl/st…Joe Smith@JoeSmithNHLKirill Kaprizov is expected to skate today for first time since injury. What does it mean for his ability to be back before playoffs? My latest #mnwild insider w ⁦@RussoHockey⁩. Plus notes on Fleury taking team on dune buggies, Reaves brewing + more theathletic.com/4373336/2023/0…63142Kirill Kaprizov is expected to skate today for first time since injury. What does it mean for his ability to be back before playoffs? My latest #mnwild insider w ⁦@RussoHockey⁩. Plus notes on Fleury taking team on dune buggies, Reaves brewing + more theathletic.com/4373336/2023/0…Injured or not, Kirill Kaprizov is such a gifted skater #mnwild. twitter.com/joesmithnhl/st… https://t.co/epOgmPLuBtAlex Micheletti@AlexMichelettiSo good to see Kirill Kaprizov skating! Looks close to coming back, 97 is smooth out there #mnwild twitter.com/joesmithnhl/st…Joe Smith@JoeSmithNHLInjured or not, Kirill Kaprizov is such a gifted skater #mnwild. twitter.com/joesmithnhl/st…662Injured or not, Kirill Kaprizov is such a gifted skater #mnwild. twitter.com/joesmithnhl/st… https://t.co/epOgmPLuBtSo good to see Kirill Kaprizov skating! Looks close to coming back, 97 is smooth out there #mnwild twitter.com/joesmithnhl/st…CueTheDagger@CueTheDaggerPod@JoeSmithNHL Even though he plays for the Wild I hope he can get back soon. So much fun to watch. Him I'm the ice is better for the #NHL@JoeSmithNHL Even though he plays for the Wild I hope he can get back soon. So much fun to watch. Him I'm the ice is better for the #NHLThe Noogie@The_Noogie@JoeSmithNHL See how he feels after testing it a bit. Always nevervous when they're on the mend, especially this close to the playoffs.3@JoeSmithNHL See how he feels after testing it a bit. Always nevervous when they're on the mend, especially this close to the playoffs.Mikey C----Mikescards21 is myCard Account@mikedogg56387@JoeSmithNHL It's beautiful to see, He is such a skilled Skater 🏒🥅⛸️⛸️#mnwild2@JoeSmithNHL It's beautiful to see, He is such a skilled Skater 🏒🥅⛸️⛸️#mnwildJordan@JordanLuckyR@JoeSmithNHL Seriously. If I hadn't seen him get injured on TV you'd never be able to tell. He's so smooth.7@JoeSmithNHL Seriously. If I hadn't seen him get injured on TV you'd never be able to tell. He's so smooth.RockTheRed89243@RockTheRed89243@JoeSmithNHL 110% dude scores the 1st goal 1st game back. #BettersChoice@JoeSmithNHL 110% dude scores the 1st goal 1st game back. #BettersChoiceOnaaky@onaaky@JoeSmithNHL If I was landed on like Kaprizov was in that game...there's no way my hips could do that anymore. I'm wincing just watching this video.6@JoeSmithNHL If I was landed on like Kaprizov was in that game...there's no way my hips could do that anymore. I'm wincing just watching this video.Pippa’s Mumsy@PippasMumzy@JoeSmithNHL I could watch that all day.1@JoeSmithNHL I could watch that all day.AK@AKast52@JoeSmithNHL Yes I watched this clip 10 times in a row5@JoeSmithNHL Yes I watched this clip 10 times in a rowJC Nelson@JCNelson449@JoeSmithNHL @kberndt4 Just amazing edges1@JoeSmithNHL @kberndt4 Just amazing edgesSteve Morgans@fencejumpers@JoeSmithNHL @RussoHockey2@JoeSmithNHL @RussoHockey https://t.co/ct666hOrxSJennifer Adam@jladam43@JoeSmithNHL Wow, he's looking good! Kirill, we've missed you!@JoeSmithNHL Wow, he's looking good! Kirill, we've missed you!Irish 5 Star@october44@JoeSmithNHL Get him in there tonight@JoeSmithNHL Get him in there tonightThe Wild are currently leading the Central Division by one point, and with only a handful of games left in the regular season, they will be looking to build momentum heading into the playoffs. Kirill Kaprizov's return will provide a much-needed boost to the team and give them a legitimate chance to make a deep playoff run.Fans are eagerly anticipating Kaprizov's return and are excited to see how the team performs with their star forward back in action. With his skill and leadership on the ice, the Wild have a bright future ahead of themMinnesota Wild thrive despite Kirill Kaprizov's injuryThe Minnesota Wild have been without Kirill Kaprizov for several weeks now, but surprisingly, the team has been playing well without him. Since Kaprizov was out of the lineup, the Wild have posted a 44-23-9 record, including a recent win over the Colorado Avalanche to take over the top spot in the Central Division.This success without their top scorer may come as a surprise to some, but it shows the depth and resilience of the Wild lineup. Other players have stepped up in Kirill Kaprizov's absence, including Joel Eriksson Ek, who has been a key contributor on both ends of the ice.The Wild's defense has also been strong during this stretch, allowing just 2.7 goals per game. Goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury has been a brick wall in the net, posting a allowing 119 goals with a goals against average (GAA) of 2.82 and a save percentage (SV%) of .910.Of course, the Wild will be happy to have Kaprizov back in the ice for practice,but the team's recent success is a testament to their depth. It also bodes well for the team's chances in the postseason, as they have shown they can win without relying solely on their star player.