Detroit Red Wings vs Minnesota Wild Head-to-Head

Wings built their historical edge pre-2005, winning 9 of 13 decided meetings (69%) (plus 3 ties). In the shootout era they are 31-24 against each other (56% Wings). Games average a 2.1-goal margin, with the largest blowout coming via Wings' 6-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 32 recorded meetings, more than any other decade in the series. Their first recorded meeting fell in 2000, so the rivalry has spanned 26 seasons of NHL history. Most recent result: Wild won 5-4 on Apr 5, 2026. Through the 2020s Wild have led 9-3 between the teams.