The Minnesota Wild will take on the Columbus Blue Jackets at Nationwide Arena on Thursday, December 18, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The game will air on ESPN+. The Wild, with a record of 20-9-5, are looking to maintain their strong performance this season. Meanwhile, the Blue Jackets, holding a record of 14-13-6, aim to improve their standing in the Eastern Metropolitan Division.

Wild vs. Blue Jackets Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: Minnesota Wild MoneyLine: -119. The Wild have a strong away record this season, and they have been performing well in recent games. They are ranked higher in their conference compared to the Blue Jackets.
• Over/Under Prediction: Over 6.0 (-115). Both teams have shown they can score goals, and recent games have had high scores. The Wild’s last five games averaged more than six goals.

Team Trends

• Minnesota Wild have a strong record with 20 wins, 9 losses, and 5 overtime losses this season.
• Columbus Blue Jackets have struggled in their division with a 2-8 record.
• Filip Gustavsson of the Wild had a shutout with 25 saves against the Washington Capitals on December 16, 2025.
• Zach Werenski of the Blue Jackets scored 2 goals and had 1 assist in their recent game against the Anaheim Ducks.
• The Wild have won their last five games, including a 5-0 victory against the Capitals.

Wild vs Blue Jackets Preview

The Minnesota Wild will visit the Columbus Blue Jackets at Nationwide Arena on December 18, 2025. The game will start at 7:00 PM and will be shown on ESPN+. The Wild have a record of 20-9-5 this season and want to keep up their strong play.

The Blue Jackets have a record of 14-13-6 and are looking to climb higher in the Eastern Metropolitan Division. Both teams will be eager to put on a good show for the fans. It should be an exciting night of hockey.

Columbus Blue Jackets: Key Players to Watch

Zach Werenski is a standout for the Blue Jackets. He has played 33 games and scored 11 goals. His 25 assists bring his point total to 36. Kirill Marchenko has been a strong player as well. In 29 games, he has scored 10 goals. He also has 16 assists, making his point total 26. Dmitri Voronkov and Adam Fantilli both have 12 goals this season. Voronkov has played 33 games and added 10 assists. Fantilli matches his 22 points with 10 assists as well.

Spotlight on Minnesota Wild’s Leading Forces

Kirill Kaprizov is a key player for the Wild. In 34 games, he has netted 21 goals and provided 17 assists. His total points stand at 38, making him a top contributor. Matt Boldy shares the same point total as Kaprizov. He has 19 goals and 19 assists in 34 games. His physical play is notable too, with 25 hits and 26 blocks. In the defense, Quinn Hughes stands out. He has 22 assists in 28 games, adding to his 25 points. His 35 blocks show his defensive skills.

Final Betting Pick

The Minnesota Wild are a strong pick for the Money Line at -119. They have a solid away record and have been performing well in recent games. With a conference record of 13-7, they are ranked third in their conference, showing they are a tough team to beat on the road.

For the Over/Under prediction, picking Over 6.0 (-115) seems wise. The Wild’s recent games have been high-scoring, with their last five games averaging more than six goals. The Columbus Blue Jackets have also shown they can score, making a high-scoring game likely.

All odds are courtesy of Action247 Sportsbook. Good luck!!

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