Minnesota Wild vs Tampa Bay Lightning Final Score, Oct. 8, 2026
Minnesota Wild8-3-2, 18 pts
Tampa Bay Lightning7-3-1, 15 ptsThe Minnesota Wild vs Tampa Bay Lightning final score on Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026: the Lightning beat the Wild 3-2. The Lightning led 2-0 after the first, and after the third it was Wild 2, Lightning 3.
Wild vs Lightning Score by Period
Goals in each period for both clubs, visitors first. The Total column is the final score.
Wild vs Lightning Game Details
The fixed facts for this game in one place. The Lightning play at Benchmark International Arena in Tampa Bay.
| Matchup | Minnesota Wild at Tampa Bay Lightning |
|---|---|
| Date | Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026 |
| Puck drop | 7:00 PM ET |
| Status | Final |
| TV | MINNHL, The Spot - MTN |
| Venue | Benchmark International Arena, Tampa Bay |
| Home team | Tampa Bay Lightning (Tampa Bay, United States) |
| Away team | Minnesota Wild |
| Game type | Regular season |
| Season | 2026-27 |
| Final score | Wild 2, Lightning 3 |
Wild vs Lightning in 2026-27: Head to Head
The Wild and the Lightning meet twice in 2026-27. 1 game has been played and the Lightning 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Oct 8 | 0-2, 2-1, 0-0 | MINNHL, The Spot - MTN | Final | |
| Sat, Nov 7 | Tampa Bay LightningTBLMinnesota WildMIN | MINNHL, The Spot - MTN | Scheduled |
Form and Standings: Wild and Lightning
The Wild are 8-3-2, 1st in the Central Division with 18 points and a last-10 record of 6-3-1. The Lightning are 7-3-1, 4th in the Atlantic with 15 points and 7-2-1 in their last 10.
| Team | GP | Record | PTS | Home | Away | GF | GA | Streak | Last 10 | Last 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | 8-3-2 | 18 | 4-0-0 | 4-3-2 | 41 | 30 | W2 | 6-3-1 | WWLOTW | |
| 11 | 7-3-1 | 15 | 5-0-0 | 2-3-1 | 38 | 34 | OT1 | 7-2-1 | OTLWWW |
Next Game for the Wild and the Lightning
Minnesota Wild
The Wild next play at Utah Mammoth on Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026 at 9:00 PM ET on MINNHL, Utah 16.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Oct 27 | Minnesota WildMIN Utah MammothUTA | MINNHL, Utah 16 | Scheduled |
Tampa Bay Lightning
The Lightning next play vs Winnipeg Jets on Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET on The Spot - MTN.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Oct 29 |  Winnipeg JetsWPGTampa Bay LightningTBL | The Spot - MTN | Scheduled |
FAQ About Wild vs Lightning
Who won Wild vs Lightning on Oct. 8, 2026?
The Lightning beat the Wild 3-2. Final score: Minnesota Wild 2, Tampa Bay Lightning 3.
What was the Wild vs Lightning score by period?
The Lightning led 2-0 after the first, and after the third it was Wild 2, Lightning 3.
Did Wild vs Lightning go to overtime?
No. The game was decided in regulation.
Where is Wild vs Lightning being played?
At Benchmark International Arena in Tampa Bay, home of the Tampa Bay Lightning. The Minnesota Wild are the visiting team.
Who has the better record, the Wild or the Lightning?
The Wild. They are 8-3-2 with 18 points, against 7-3-1 and 15 points for the Lightning.
How many times do the Wild and Lightning play in 2026-27?
Twice. 1 game has been played and the Lightning lead the season series 1-0.
Does Wild vs Lightning 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 Wild and Lightning play again?
On Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET, Tampa Bay Lightning at Grand Casino Arena in Minnesota.
Updated All times Eastern Time (ET)