Columbus Blue Jackets vs Minnesota Wild Head-to-Head

Wild built their historical edge pre-2005, winning 7 of 14 decided meetings (50%) (plus 1 tie). In the shootout era they are 29-26 against each other (53% Wild). Games average a 1.8-goal margin, with the largest blowout coming via Jackets' 5-goal win. Across the last 20 decided meetings Wild hold a 13-7 edge, suggesting the modern balance leans their way. The 2000s produced the deepest sample with 33 recorded meetings, more than any other decade in the series. Their first recorded meeting fell in 2001, so the rivalry has spanned 24 seasons of NHL history. Most recent result: Wild won 5-2 on Dec 18, 2025. Through the 2020s Wild have led 9-3 between the teams.