Kirill Kaprizov’s 10th Goal Powers Wild to 2-1 Victory Over Blue Jackets

Kirill Kaprizov scored his league‑leading 10th goal of the season to give the Minnesota Wild a 2‑1 win over the Columbus Blue Jackets on Sunday, October 18, 2026, at Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul.

The game‑winning goal came at 3:06 of the second period when Kaprizov fired a sharp‑angled shot from low in the left circle, beating Columbus goaltender Cam Talbot on the short side.

Danila Yurov added a second goal for Minnesota, while Jesper Wallstedt recorded 13 saves in net.

Cam Talbot stopped 32 of 34 shots for Columbus, and Adam Fantilli supplied the Blue Jackets’ lone goal.

Kaprizov’s tally extended his point streak to six games, bringing his season total to 12 points (seven goals, five assists).

Following the victory, the Wild improved to a 6‑2‑1 record overall and remained undefeated at home in four games, marking their fourth win in five contests.

The Blue Jackets fell to a 3‑4‑0 record after the loss.