Chicago vs Minnesota Prediction 22 September 2026
๐ Chicago and Minnesota are set for a quick rematch in preseason action. The Wild claimed the first head-to-head, coming from behind after the Blackhawks led for much of the game-only to concede in the 55th minute and fall in overtime. Now, the series shifts to Chicagoโs home ice, giving the hosts a chance to respond immediately to that opening defeat. However, recent history between these two sides has clearly favored Minnesota.
Head-to-Head
๐ Last season, the teams faced off six times, including two preseason matchups, with Chicago managing just two wins. The average total goals during this stretch was 5.1 per game. In this yearโs preseason opener, Minnesota once again had the upper hand, edging out Chicago in overtime with a 3-2 victory.
Head-to-head statistics Chicago - Minnesota
Chicago continue their roster rebuild
The Blackhawks are heading into the new season after finishing second-to-last, not just in the Western Conference but across the entire league. Over the summer, Patrick Kane made his return to the team, while 37-year-old Ian Cole joined the blue line, coming off a campaign in which he tallied 23 points (3 goals, 20 assists). Cole Smith also arrived as a new addition, but none of these three featured in the opening game against Minnesota. Chicago have also secured Ethan Del Mastro on a two-year extension; last season, the defenseman appeared in 19 games for the Blackhawks and registered 18 points (2 goals, 16 assists) in 45 AHL outings.
Match Results: Chicago Blackhawks
Minnesota will look to put things right.
The Wild kicked off their preseason with a win over Chicago, despite trailing for much of the contest. Nico Sturm leveled the score in the 55th minute, and Tyler Pitlick secured the victory in overtime. Minnesota managed this feat without Kirill Kaprizov in the lineup, while newcomer Olli Mรครคttรค contributed an assist. The Wild's dominance over this opponent is well-documented: from February 2020 through March 2026, they picked up points in 19 consecutive head-to-head meetings, posting an impressive 18-0-1 record during that stretch.
Match Results: Minnesota Wild
โญ๏ธ Editorโs Prediction
Chicago have a shot at redemption just days after their last meeting, but preseason home games continue to be an uphill battle for the team. The Blackhawks have dropped five straight preseason contests at home in regulation. Add to that Minnesotaโs edge in the head-to-head - last season, Chicago managed to win only two out of six matchups, and the Wild already claimed victory in the first preseason clash this year. My pick: Minnesota to win in regulation.
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