The Minnesota Wild are heading into an exciting 2025-26 season, marking their 25th anniversary in the NHL. As the team prepares for the year, several milestones are within reach for both the organization and its players. These potential achievements add an extra layer of anticipation for fans as they follow the Wild's journey throughout the season.
One significant milestone for the franchise is celebrating its 25th anniversary. The Wild will be commemorating this special occasion throughout the 2025-26 season, offering fans a chance to reflect on the team's history and achievements. The Wild's home opener will take place on October 11 against the Columbus Blue Jackets.
From an individual standpoint, several Wild players are approaching career milestones. While specific player milestones are difficult to predict with publicly available information, potential milestones to watch for include:
The Minnesota Wild's 2025-26 season schedule has already been released. The team will kick off the season on the road against the St. Louis Blues on October 9. The schedule features the standard 82 games, with 41 played at home and 41 on the road. Notably, the Wild will have 19 weekend home games, offering plenty of opportunities for fans to attend. November is set to be a busy month at home, with the most home games scheduled during that period. The team will also face a challenging stretch with a season-long seven-game road trip from December 27 to January 8.
The NHL schedule will pause from February 6-24 for the 2026 Olympic Winter Games in Milan and Cortina, Italy. Minnesota Wild President of Hockey Operations and General Manager Bill Guerin is General Manager and Wild Assistant General Manager Chris Kelleher is Director of Player Development for Team USA.
The 2025-26 season promises to be an exciting one for the Minnesota Wild and their fans, filled with milestone potential and thrilling hockey action.
