The upcoming game between the Minnesota Wild and the Columbus Blue Jackets is set for Saturday at 6 p.m. at Nationwide Arena. Both teams are facing injury challenges, with the Wild missing defenseman Jared Spurgeon and potentially forward Ryan Hartman. Columbus is also dealing with multiple injuries but has shown resilience, recently winning a match against Buffalo.

Former Wild coach Dean Evason has implemented a high-scoring strategy with the Blue Jackets, leading to impressive offensive performances. The game will be emotionally charged as the Blue Jackets recently honored Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau, who tragically passed away.