Blackhawks vs Wild prediction: Can Chicago answer back?
Preview the Blackhawks vs Wild preseason game on September 21, including the previous result and the factors that could decide the rematch.
Hockey
By Ekaterina Drozdovica
The Chicago Blackhawks have an immediate opportunity to answer back after losing their preseason opener to the Minnesota Wild.
Minnesota won the first meeting 3–2 in overtime on September 19. The rematch shifts to Chicago, where changing lineups and home ice could help the Blackhawks reverse the result.
When is Blackhawks vs Wild?
The Chicago Blackhawks host the Minnesota Wild in Chicago on Monday, September 21, at 7 p.m. CT. That is 8 p.m. ET.
This is the second and final preseason meeting between the teams. Chicago will then complete its exhibition schedule with two games against the St. Louis Blues.
What happened in the last Blackhawks vs Wild game?
Minnesota came from behind to beat Chicago 3–2 in overtime on September 19.
Rieger Lorenz opened the scoring for the Wild before Dominic Toninato and Dillon Boucher put the Blackhawks ahead. Nico Sturm tied the game during the third period, and Tyler Pitlick scored the overtime winner with just over a minute remaining.
Minnesota finished with a 26–16 advantage in shots, suggesting the Wild created more sustained attacking pressure. Chicago still made the game physical, recording 41 hits and winning 61.4% of the faceoffs.
What could decide Blackhawks vs Wild?
Chicago needs to generate more shots. The Blackhawks scored twice from only 16 attempts in the first meeting, but relying on that level of efficiency may be difficult in the rematch.
Minnesota’s persistence was the difference on Saturday. The Wild trailed until the final six minutes of regulation but continued creating chances before Sturm tied the game and Pitlick completed the comeback in overtime.
Lineup selection remains the biggest unknown. Both teams are evaluating players during short four-game preseason schedules, so the rematch may feature different combinations and goaltenders. Confirmed rosters could significantly change the balance of the game.
Blackhawks vs Wild prediction
Minnesota enters the rematch with the early edge after controlling more of the shooting volume and recovering from a third-period deficit in the opening game.
However, the first matchup required overtime, and Chicago led for much of the second and third periods. Home ice and a stronger performance in front of goal could give the Blackhawks a path to a different result.
This looks likely to be another close contest. Minnesota’s ability to create more chances gives the Wild a narrow advantage, but preseason lineup changes make the outcome less predictable than the previous result might suggest.
On OG.com, prediction traders favour Blackhawks to win the game, yet implied probabilities may change as traders react to new information.
Market prices as of 21 September. For latest implied probabilities, check OG.com
FAQs about Blackhawks vs Wild prediction
When is Blackhawks vs Wild?
The Blackhawks host the Wild in Chicago on Monday, September 21, at 7 p.m. CT.
Who won the last Blackhawks vs Wild game?
Minnesota beat Chicago 3–2 in overtime on September 19.
Is Blackhawks vs Wild a preseason game?
Yes. It is the second of two preseason meetings between Chicago and Minnesota before the 2026–27 NHL regular season.
Can I trade Blackhawks vs Wild event contracts?
Yes. OG.com offers hockey prediction markets for a number of the upcoming games.