Columbus Blue Jackets vs Minnesota Wild Final Score, Oct. 18, 2026
Columbus Blue Jackets4-5-0, 8 pts
Minnesota Wild7-3-2, 16 ptsThe Columbus Blue Jackets vs Minnesota Wild final score on Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026: the Wild beat the Blue Jackets 2-1. The first period ended 1-1, and after the third it was Blue Jackets 1, Wild 2.
Blue Jackets vs Wild Score by Period
Goals in each period for both clubs, visitors first. The Total column is the final score.
| Team | 1st | 2nd | 3rd | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
Blue Jackets vs Wild Game Details
The fixed facts for this game in one place. The Wild play at Grand Casino Arena in Minnesota.
| Matchup | Columbus Blue Jackets at Minnesota Wild |
|---|---|
| Date | Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026 |
| Puck drop | 6:00 PM ET |
| Status | Final |
| TV | CBJNHL, MINNHL |
| Venue | Grand Casino Arena, Minnesota |
| Home team | Minnesota Wild (Minnesota, United States) |
| Away team | Columbus Blue Jackets |
| Game type | Regular season |
| Season | 2026-27 |
| Final score | Blue Jackets 1, Wild 2 |
Blue Jackets vs Wild in 2026-27: Head to Head
The Blue Jackets and the Wild meet twice in 2026-27. 1 game has been played and the Wild lead the season series 1-0. Every meeting is listed below with its result or start time, and each one opens that game's own page.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun, Oct 18 | 1-1, 0-1, 0-0 | CBJNHL, MINNHL | Final | |
| Thu, Dec 10 | Minnesota WildMINColumbus Blue JacketsCBJ | CBJNHL, MINNHL | Scheduled |
Form and Standings: Blue Jackets and Wild
The Blue Jackets are 4-5-0, 8th in the Metropolitan Division with 8 points and a last-10 record of 4-5-0. The Wild are 7-3-2, 2nd in the Central with 16 points and 5-3-2 in their last 10.
| Team | GP | Record | PTS | Home | Away | GF | GA | Streak | Last 10 | Last 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | 4-5-0 | 8 | 4-3-0 | 0-2-0 | 22 | 30 | W1 | 4-5-0 | WLLWL | |
| 12 | 7-3-2 | 16 | 4-0-0 | 3-3-2 | 37 | 28 | W1 | 5-3-2 | WLOTWW |
Next Game for the Blue Jackets and the Wild
Columbus Blue Jackets
The Blue Jackets next play at Philadelphia Flyers on Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET on NBC Sports Phil.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Oct 27 | Columbus Blue JacketsCBJ Philadelphia FlyersPHI | NBC Sports Phil | Scheduled |
Minnesota Wild
The Wild next play at Vancouver Canucks on Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026 at 10:00 PM ET on MINNHL.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun, Oct 25 | Minnesota WildMIN Vancouver CanucksVAN | MINNHL | Scheduled |
FAQ About Blue Jackets vs Wild
Who won Blue Jackets vs Wild on Oct. 18, 2026?
The Wild beat the Blue Jackets 2-1. Final score: Columbus Blue Jackets 1, Minnesota Wild 2.
What was the Blue Jackets vs Wild score by period?
The first period ended 1-1, and after the third it was Blue Jackets 1, Wild 2.
Did Blue Jackets vs Wild go to overtime?
No. The game was decided in regulation.
Where is Blue Jackets vs Wild being played?
At Grand Casino Arena in Minnesota, home of the Minnesota Wild. The Columbus Blue Jackets are the visiting team.
Who has the better record, the Blue Jackets or the Wild?
The Wild. They are 7-3-2 with 16 points, against 4-5-0 and 8 points for the Blue Jackets.
How many times do the Blue Jackets and Wild play in 2026-27?
Twice. 1 game has been played and the Wild lead the season series 1-0.
Does Blue Jackets vs Wild count in the standings?
Yes. It is a regular-season game: two points for a win, one for a loss in overtime or a shootout.
When do the Blue Jackets and Wild play again?
On Thursday, Dec. 10, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET, Minnesota Wild at Nationwide Arena in Columbus.
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