The Minnesota Wild played against the Columbus Blue Jackets at Nationwide Arena on Thursday, December 18, 2025. The Wild won the game with a score of 5-2. This victory added to their strong season record.

In the game, Matt Boldy stood out with 1 goal and 2 assists. Kirill Kaprizov also contributed with 1 goal and 2 assists. Their efforts helped the Wild secure the win.

The game between the Minnesota Wild and the Columbus Blue Jackets started with a slow pace. In the first two periods, neither team managed to score. Both teams focused on defense, keeping the score at zero. Minnesota had 25 shots on goal, while Columbus registered 28 shots.

In the final period, the Wild found their stride, scoring five goals. The Blue Jackets responded with two goals of their own, but it wasn’t enough. Matt Boldy and Kirill Kaprizov each had a goal and two assists for Minnesota. Zach Werenski scored both goals for Columbus. The Wild’s victory was supported by their ability to convert one power play goal, even though they had no opportunities listed.

 

Matt Boldy had a great game for the Minnesota Wild. He scored one goal and made two assists. Boldy also had three shots on goal. His performance helped lead his team to victory.

Kirill Kaprizov also shined for the Wild. He matched Boldy with one goal and two assists. Kaprizov took two shots on goal. His play was key in their win.

On the Columbus Blue Jackets side, Zach Werenski stood out. He scored both goals for his team. Werenski also had eight shots on goal. His efforts were a bright spot for the Blue Jackets.

 

What’s Next

The Minnesota Wild improved their record to 20-9-5 with their win over the Columbus Blue Jackets. This keeps them in the third position in the Western Conference. The team is looking to maintain their strong standing as the season progresses.

The Columbus Blue Jackets now have a record of 14-13-6 after the loss to Minnesota. They are in the 15th spot in the Eastern Conference. The team will aim to move up the standings in their upcoming games.

The Minnesota Wild will play their next game on Saturday, December 20, at home. They will face the Edmonton Oilers at Grand Casino Arena. The game will start at 3:00 PM.

The Columbus Blue Jackets are set to play against the Anaheim Ducks on Saturday, December 20. This game will take place at the Honda Center, with a start time of 10:00 PM.

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