contributed a standout assist on Middleton's goal after spinning to find him through traffic. Post-Season Status (as of April 29, 2026)
: Finished as the second Wild Card in the East but were swept 4-0 in the first round by the Carolina Hurricanes . contributed a standout assist on Middleton's goal after
The Minnesota Wild defeated the Ottawa Senators 4-1 in their final regular-season meeting on April 4, 2026, at the Canadian Tire Centre. Sat, Apr 4 Game Summary: Minnesota Wild 4, Ottawa Senators 1 Sat, Apr 4 Game Summary: Minnesota Wild 4,
led the team in shots on goal with 7, though the Senators struggled to capitalize on their 34 total shots. Minnesota Wild Highlights Ryan Hartman : 2 goals, 3 shots, +2 rating. Mats Zuccarello : 2 assists, 3 shots, +2 rating. The Wild secured a decisive victory led by
The Wild secured a decisive victory led by , who scored two goals for the second consecutive game. Minnesota established a 3-0 lead through the first two periods before adding a fourth in the third frame. Goaltender Jesper Wallstedt was nearly perfect, stopping 33 of 34 shots to earn the win. Ottawa Senators Highlights
Both teams qualified for the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs, but had differing opening-round experiences:
made his return to the lineup for Ottawa after an injury absence.