Minnesota Wild vs Nashville Predators Final Score, Oct. 1, 2026
Minnesota Wild7-3-2, 16 pts
Nashville Predators3-3-4, 10 ptsThe Minnesota Wild vs Nashville Predators final score on Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026: the Wild beat the Predators 3-1. The Wild led 2-0 after the first, and after the third it was Wild 3, Predators 1.
Wild vs Predators Score by Period
Goals in each period for both clubs, visitors first. The Total column is the final score.
Wild vs Predators Game Details
The fixed facts for this game in one place. The Predators play at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville.
| Matchup | Minnesota Wild at Nashville Predators |
|---|---|
| Date | Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026 |
| Puck drop | 8:00 PM ET |
| Status | Final |
| TV | Scripps Sports |
| Venue | Bridgestone Arena, Nashville |
| Home team | Nashville Predators (Nashville, United States) |
| Away team | Minnesota Wild |
| Game type | Regular season |
| Season | 2026-27 |
| Final score | Wild 3, Predators 1 |
Wild vs Predators in 2026-27: Head to Head
The Wild and the Predators meet 4 times 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Oct 1 | 2-0, 0-1, 1-0 | Scripps Sports | Final | |
| Tue, Nov 17 | Nashville PredatorsNSHMinnesota WildMIN | Scripps Sports | Scheduled | |
| Sat, Jan 9 | Nashville PredatorsNSHMinnesota WildMIN | Scripps Sports | Scheduled | |
| Sat, Mar 6 | Minnesota WildMINNashville PredatorsNSH | Scripps Sports | Scheduled |
Form and Standings: Wild and Predators
The Wild are 7-3-2, 2nd in the Central Division with 16 points and a last-10 record of 5-3-2. The Predators are 3-3-4, 7th in the Central with 10 points and 3-3-4 in their last 10.
| Team | GP | Record | PTS | Home | Away | GF | GA | Streak | Last 10 | Last 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 7-3-2 | 16 | 4-0-0 | 3-3-2 | 37 | 28 | W1 | 5-3-2 | WLOTWW | |
| 10 | 3-3-4 | 10 | 2-2-1 | 1-1-3 | 25 | 33 | OT1 | 3-3-4 | OTLWOTL |
Next Game for the Wild and the Predators
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 |
Nashville Predators
The Predators next play vs Colorado Avalanche on Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET on Scripps Sports.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun, Oct 25 |  Colorado AvalancheCOLNashville PredatorsNSH | Scripps Sports | Scheduled |
FAQ About Wild vs Predators
Who won Wild vs Predators on Oct. 1, 2026?
The Wild beat the Predators 3-1. Final score: Minnesota Wild 3, Nashville Predators 1.
What was the Wild vs Predators score by period?
The Wild led 2-0 after the first, and after the third it was Wild 3, Predators 1.
Did Wild vs Predators go to overtime?
No. The game was decided in regulation.
Where is Wild vs Predators being played?
At Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, home of the Nashville Predators. The Minnesota Wild are the visiting team.
Who has the better record, the Wild or the Predators?
The Wild. They are 7-3-2 with 16 points, against 3-3-4 and 10 points for the Predators.
How many times do the Wild and Predators play in 2026-27?
4 times. 1 game has been played and the Wild lead the season series 1-0.
Does Wild vs Predators 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 Predators play again?
On Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET, Nashville Predators at Grand Casino Arena in Minnesota.
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