If you're staring at your calendar or refreshing your sports app to see if there is a game at Grand Casino Arena, you can go ahead and put the jersey away for a few hours. The Minnesota Wild do not play hockey tonight, Tuesday, January 13, 2026.
It is a quiet night in Saint Paul. After a physical battle against the New Jersey Devils last night—a game that saw some high-stakes shifts from Kirill Kaprizov—the team is taking a breather. For a squad sitting at 26-11-9, these mid-January breaks are basically gold for recovery, especially with the way the Central Division standings are looking right now.
Why the Minnesota Wild Schedule is Dark Tonight
Honestly, the NHL schedule-makers actually gave the guys a bit of a localized break. Coming off that January 12th home game, the Wild are in the middle of a short homestand. While you might be itching for more "Kirill the Thrill" highlights, the team needs this 48-hour window before things get intense again.
The next time the puck drops, it’ll be right back at Grand Casino Arena. They have a date with the Winnipeg Jets on Thursday, January 15. That game is scheduled for 7:00 PM CT, and if you’ve followed the Wild/Jets rivalry lately, you know it’s probably going to be a heavy, grind-it-out kind of night.
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Breaking Down the Current Roster and Injury Situation
Even though they aren't on the ice tonight, the news cycle hasn't stopped. The "State of Hockey" is a little worried about the medical tent.
The big names on the injury report right now are Joel Eriksson Ek and Zach Bogosian. Both have been dealing with undisclosed/lower-body issues, and the latest word from the team is that they are both expected to be out until at least January 15. That makes tonight’s rest even more vital.
- Joel Eriksson Ek: Missing his net-front presence is a massive hole in the power play.
- Zach Bogosian: His veteran leadership on the back end is missed, especially on the penalty kill.
- Quinn Hughes: On the flip side, Hughes has been a revelation since joining, recently logging three assists in a single outing.
A Look at the Standings
The Wild are currently neck-and-neck with the Dallas Stars for that second spot in the Central. Colorado is still a juggernaut at the top, but Minnesota’s 61 points keep them firmly in the "contender" conversation rather than the "pretender" one. Matt Boldy is currently leading the team in goals with 27, while Kaprizov is pacing the squad with 52 total points.
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If you’re wondering who’s been the backbone, look no further than the crease. Filip Gustavsson has 14 wins, but Jesper Wallstedt is making a serious case for more starts with a stellar 2.28 goals-against average. It's a "good problem" for coach John Hynes to have, but tonight, both of them are just focused on recovery.
How to Watch the Next Game
Since you aren't watching them tonight, you might want to double-check your subscriptions for Thursday. The landscape for watching the Wild has changed a bit this season.
Most local games are airing on FanDuel Sports Network North (formerly Bally Sports). However, for the out-of-market fans, ESPN+ remains the go-to. If you’re a cord-cutter, Fubo and DirecTV Stream are basically your only reliable paths to catch the local feed without a traditional cable box.
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Looking Ahead: The January Gauntlet
After the Jets game on Thursday, the Wild hit the road for a tough stretch. They’ll head to Buffalo on Saturday for a matinee and then cross the border into Canada to face the Toronto Maple Leafs on Monday.
The schedule is about to get very "travel-heavy." Enjoy the quiet Tuesday while you can.
Actionable Next Steps for Wild Fans:
- Check the standings: Keep an eye on the Dallas Stars’ score tonight; since the Wild are tied with them at 61 points, any Stars loss helps Minnesota's playoff positioning.
- Update your streaming apps: Ensure your FanDuel Sports Network or ESPN+ login is active before the Winnipeg game on Thursday to avoid last-minute technical headaches.
- Monitor injury updates: Watch for the morning skate reports on Wednesday to see if Eriksson Ek or Bogosian take the ice in regular jerseys, which would signal a potential return for Thursday.