Minnesota Wild 2, Tampa Bay Lightning 3: Final Score (Oct 8)
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Final: Minnesota Wild 2, Tampa Bay Lightning 3 · Thursday, October 8, 2026
How they got here
Minnesota Wild
Minnesota Wild come in at 2-1-1, seed 5 in the Western Conference. Current streak: W1.
Tampa Bay Lightning
Tampa Bay Lightning come in at 3-1-0, seed 4 in the Eastern Conference. Current streak: W2.
NHL standings
Eastern Conference
| # | Team | GP | W | L | OTL | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Carolina Hurricanes | 9 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 15 |
| 2 | Boston Bruins | 9 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 14 |
| 3 | New York Rangers | 10 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 13 |
| 4 | Tampa Bay Lightning | 8 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 12 |
| 5 | Ottawa Senators | 9 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 12 |
Western Conference
| # | Team | GP | W | L | OTL | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vegas Golden Knights | 9 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 14 |
| 2 | Utah Mammoth | 8 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 12 |
| 3 | Edmonton Oilers | 7 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 11 |
| 4 | Colorado Avalanche | 8 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 11 |
| 5 | Minnesota Wild | 8 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 11 |
Frequently asked questions
Who won Minnesota Wild vs. Tampa Bay Lightning?
Final score: Minnesota Wild 2, Tampa Bay Lightning 3 (Oct 8).
Where is Minnesota Wild vs. Tampa Bay Lightning being played?
At Benchmark International Arena in Tampa, FL.
What are the Minnesota Wild and Tampa Bay Lightning records?
Minnesota Wild are 2-1-1 and Tampa Bay Lightning are 3-1-0.
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