Blue Jackets @ Wild

NHL model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Final Score: Blue Jackets 1 - Wild 2
Sunday, October 18, 2026 at 6:00 PM ET
Columbus
Blue Jackets
3-3 Rating 1492
Form: LWLLW
1 – 2
Model Probability
41%
59%
Projected margin: Minnesota Wild +0.8
Minnesota
Wild
5-3 Rating 1531
Form: LWWLW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Blue Jackets Wild
All-time wins 33 36
Last 5 meetings 1 4
Average goals 2.5 2.6
Last meeting 2 5

Key Season Stats

Stat Blue Jackets Wild
Games played 6 8
Avg goals scored 2.8 3.2
Avg goals conceded 3.5 2.5
Win percentage 50% 62%
Away win % / Home win % 0% 100%