Minnesota Wild Playoffs 2027
The Minnesota Wild are 14-3-4, 32 points, 1st in the Central. If the season ended today they would be the C1 seed and play the Winnipeg Jets (WC2) in the first round with home ice. Next: at the Boston Bruins, Sat, Nov 14 · 7:00 PM EST on MINNHL/NESN.
BruinsSat, Nov 14 · 7:00 PM EST · MINNHL/NESN
Jets WC2Then the Avalanche/Predators winnerSeason Trend
Central Standings
| # | Team | GP | W-L-OTL | PTS | GD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wild | 21 | 14-3-4 | 32 | +24 |
| 2 |  Avalanche | 20 | 11-7-2 | 24 | +18 |
| 3 |  Predators | 19 | 10-7-2 | 22 | +6 |
| 4 |  Mammoth | 20 | 10-9-1 | 21 | -3 |
| 5 | Jets | 20 | 9-8-3 | 21 | -7 |
| 6 |  Stars | 18 | 10-8-0 | 20 | +3 |
| 7 |  Blues | 19 | 9-8-2 | 20 | -1 |
| 8 |  Blackhawks | 19 | 5-13-1 | 11 | -36 |
Top three qualify; then the two best remaining teams in the conference take the wild cards. Full West playoff picture →
Wild Schedule and Results
| Date | Opponent | Result / time |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 3 | at  Flyers | W 4-2 |
| Nov 6 | vs  Sharks | W 4-1 |
| Nov 7 | vs  Lightning | L 3-4 |
| Nov 10 | at  Canadiens | W 2-1 |
| Nov 12 | at  Maple Leafs | W 5-2 |
| Nov 14 | at Bruins | 7:00 PM |
| Nov 17 | vs Predators | 8:00 PM |
| Nov 19 | at  Flames | 8:00 PM |
| Nov 21 | at  Canucks | 10:00 PM |
| Nov 23 | at Sharks | 10:00 PM |
| Nov 25 | vs Mammoth | 8:00 PM |
| Nov 27 | vs Avalanche | 4:00 PM |
| Nov 29 | at Blackhawks | 3:00 PM |
Times Eastern. Last five results and the next eight games.
This Minnesota Wild playoffs page refreshes after every Wild game: record, points, division place, wild-card position and schedule. Compare them with the rest of the West playoff picture, or see their projected route on the bracket.
Minnesota Wild playoffs FAQ
Are the Minnesota Wild in a playoff spot?
Yes, as of today: they hold the C1 place. Nothing is clinched until no team below can catch them on points.
Who would the Minnesota Wild play in the first round?
The Winnipeg Jets (WC2), with the Wild at home in Games 1, 2, 5 and 7.
When is the next Wild game?
Sat, Nov 14 · 7:00 PM EST, at the Boston Bruins, on MINNHL/NESN.
How many points are the Wild on pace for?
128 points over 84 games at their current rate (.762 points percentage). The second wild card usually needs roughly 90 to 98 points.
Where do the Wild rank in the Central?
1st with 32 points; Minnesota Wild (themselves) lead the division.
How do NHL teams make the playoffs?
The top three in each division qualify, plus two wild cards per conference: the next two teams by points, regardless of division.