Matt Boldy's power-play goal 2 minutes, 28 seconds into the third period cut it back down to a two-goal game, but Forsberg scored his second of the night unassisted 16 minutes, 20 seconds into the frame, and Brady Skjei scored an empty-netter with 1 minute, 49 seconds remaining to put the finishing touches on a Predators victory.

Filip Forsberg had two goals and two assists as the Nashville Predators won their third straight, beating the Minnesota Wild 6-2 at Bridgestone Arena.

Nashville earns third straight win at home after fight-filled first period in heated Central Division rivalry matchup.