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Dallas Stars at Minnesota Wild Game 6 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Dallas Stars at Minnesota Wild Game 6 odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Dallas Stars attempt to eliminate the Minnesota Wild in Game 6 Friday. Puck drop at Xcel Energy Center is scheduled for 9:35 p.m. ET (TBS). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Stars vs. Wild odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Series: Stars lead 3-2

After falling down 2-1 in the series, Dallas has responded with 3-2 and 4-0 victories. LW Jason Robertson had a goal and an assist in Game 5 after going 3 games without a point. The real difference has been G Jake Oettinger‘s phenomenal play. The Wild showed him up in his home state in Game 3, and he has responded well. The team could also receive a boost from C Joe Pavelski‘s potential return from a concussion.

One of the biggest stories of this series is the power outage from LW Kirill Kaprizov. The Stars have frustrated him, and he has had 2 shots on goal (SOG) or fewer in 3 of the 5 games and has not scored a goal since Game 1. He missed a month with a lower-body injury late in the year, and maybe it has had an effect. The Wild need him in this game if they want to extend their season.

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Stars at Wild Game 6 odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:37 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Stars -110 (bet $110 to win $100) | Wild -110 (bet $110 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Stars -1.5 (+230) | Wild +1.5 (-275)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: +110 | U: -135)

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Stars at Wild Game 6 projected goalies

Jake Oettinger (37-11-11, 2.37 GAA, .919 SV%, 5 SO – regular season) vs. Filip Gustavsson (22-9-7, 2.10 GAA, .931 SV%, 3 SO – regular season)

Ever since the Game 3 rout, Oettinger has stopped 59 of 61 shots fired his way. He has been the difference maker in tilting the ice back Dallas’ way. He has allowed 6 goals on 58 shots in this building in the series.

You never know with coach Dean Evason, and he could go with Marc-Andre Fleury in this game. But Gustavsson hasn’t played poorly and was in goal for the team’s 2 wins in the series. He had identical games in Games 4-5 with 21 saves on 24 shots. He just needs a little more offense in front of him.

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Stars at Wild Game 6 picks and predictions

Prediction

Wild 3, Stars 2

Moneyline

This game is a toss-up, and it’s priced as such. Minnesota is a gritty team that will not quit. I look for a tight game that may require overtime. This series was earmarked for 7 games before it started, and I think that holds true. The home team is 5-2 in the last 7 meetings. The Wild are 4-1 in their last 5 games following a loss of 3 or more goals.

Take the WILD -110.

Puck line/Against the spread

Three of the 5 games have been multiple-goal winners, but I don’t see that kind of game here. There isn’t much value in either puck line as well.

I’d rather take a shot on ROOPE HINTZ ANYTIME GOAL +190.

He had a goal in Game 1 and a hat trick in Game 2. He has 6 assists in the last 2 games and just 4 SOG. It’s time someone feeds him.

Over/Under

The Under has hit in the last 2 and 3 of the 5 games in the series. The books like it, too. We’re forecasting 5 goals here, but I’d rather not pay -135 for professional hockey players not to score goals.

PASS.

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Minnesota Wild at Dallas Stars Game 5 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Minnesota Wild at Dallas Stars Game 5 odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Minnesota Wild and the Dallas Stars shift their series back to Dallas Tuesday for Game 5 of the Western Conference quarterfinals. The series is tied 2-2. Puck drop from American Airlines Center is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET (TBS).  Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Wild vs. Stars odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Wild suffered a 3-2 setback in Game 4 on home ice Sunday, frittering away a chance to take a commanding 3-1 series lead. It’s all knotted up instead, and essentially is a best-of-3 series the rest of the way.

The Under result in Game 4 snapped a 2-0 run to the Over. The 2 goals scored by Minnesota were a series low, as the Wild had averaged 3.7 goals per game across the first 3 games.

The Stars have managed 3 or fewer goals in 3 of 4 games in this series, but they’ve gained the split and have wrestled back the home-ice advantage.

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Wild at Stars odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:45 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Wild +120 (bet $100 to win $120) | Stars -145 (bet $145 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Wild +1.5 (-225) | Stars -1.5 (+180)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: +105 | U: -125)

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Wild at Stars projected goalies

Filip Gustavsson (22-9-7, 2.10 GAA, .931 SV%, 3 SO – regular season) vs. Jake Oettinger (37-11-11, 2.37 GAA, .919 SV%, 5 SO – regular season)

Gustavsson allowed 3 goals on 24 shots in Game 4, suffering the loss on home ice after picking up a 5-1 win in Game 3 in St. Paul. He has still managed a 2-1-0 record, 1.72 GAA and .941 SV% in 3 games so far in the postseason.

Oettinger kicked aside 32 of the 34 shots he faced in Game 4, snagging his first win on the road this postseason. The 2 goals were his fewest allowed in 4 postseason games to date. He is now 2-2-0 with a 2.68 GAA and .909 SV% in 4 playoff starts so far.

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Wild at Stars picks and predictions

Prediction

Wild 3, Stars 2

Moneyline

The WILD (+120) hit the road for Dallas, but don’t expect them to be fazed being back at American Airlines Center, considering that they scratched out a 3-2 win in double OT in Game 1.

These teams have alternated wins and losses in this series, and Dallas won last time out in St. Paul. I expect the Wild to return the favor, pushing the Stars to the brink as the series shifts back to the Twin Cities in Game 6.

Puck line/Against the spread

The Wild +1.5 (-225) will cost you more than 2 times your potential return, and that’s a little too expensive for my liking. My personal limit is -180 for a standalone wager.

While the Wild have covered the puck line in 3 of the first 4 games in this series, pass, as there is just no value here.

AVOID.

Over/Under

UNDER 5.5 (-125) has cashed in 5 of the past 7 meetings in this series, and the Under connected in the marathon Game 1 which went 2 OT in Dallas.

The Under is 6-1-1 in the past 8 games at home for the Stars while going 36-16-5 in the past 57 games against winning teams

The Under is worth playing lightly, but don’t get carried away, as it’s going to be close.

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Dallas Stars at Minnesota Wild Game 4 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Dallas Stars at Minnesota Wild Game 4 odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Dallas Stars try to slow down the Minnesota Wild Sunday in Game 4 of their 1st-round series. Puck drop at Xcel Energy Center is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. ET (TBS). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Stars vs. Wild odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Series: Minnesota leads 2-1.

Dallas looked a little flat in Game 3 and fell 5-1. The Stars were 0-for-2 on the power play and just couldn’t get anything going with Wild G Filip Gustavsson back in net. They were only outshot by 1 (25-24) in what looked pretty even everywhere but the final tally.

Wild RW Ryan Hartman had 3 points, and RW Mats Zuccarello had 2 goals to lead the charge. Minnesota got a boost from the return of C Joel Eriksson Ek returning in Game 3, but he left the ice during his 1st shift and did not return. He was out since April 6 due to injury, and his status is murky moving forward.

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Stars at Wild Game 4 odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:20 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Stars -105 (bet $105 to win $100) | Wild -115 (bet $115 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Stars +1.5 (-275) | Wild -1.5 (+220)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: +100 | U: -120)

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Stars at Wild Game 4 projected goalies

Jake Oettinger (37-11-11, 2.37 GAA, .919 SV%, 5 SO – regular season) vs. Filip Gustavsson (22-9-7, 2.10 GAA, .931 SV%, 3 SO – regular season)

Oettinger, a Minnesota native, was shellshocked in his return home. He allowed 4 goals on 24 shots and has given up at least 3 goals in each game. Oettinger has a 2.87 GAA and .898 SV%, stopping 88 of 98 shots in the series.

Gustavsson restored order between the pipes and has been the difference in the series. He’s 2-0 with a 1.18 GAA and .961 SV% in 2 games. It’s his net for now.

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Stars at Wild Game 4 picks and predictions

Prediction

Wild 3, Stars 2

Moneyline

The home team is 4-1 in the last 5 meetings between the teams, and Dallas is just 2-5 in the last 7 in Minnesota. The scary thing for Dallas fans is that Minnesota is buzzing, and LW Kirill Kaprizov has no points and 3 SOG combined in the last 2 games. At some point, he’s going to awaken.

While I do not count the Stars out and feel this will go 6 or 7 games, take the WILD -115 at home.

Puck line/Against the spread

Minnesota has now won 3 of the last 4 against the Stars, but they only cashed on the PL once. Oettinger will rebound from a rough performance and keep Dallas in it. But we’re going to PASS on the puck line here.

Over/Under

The Over has hit the last 2 games, and it’s enticing at even money here. The Over is 12-5-3 in the last 20 meetings in Minnesota. However, I feel a tighter game in this one. Oettinger has to be better or we could see Scott Wedgewood enter, and Gustavsson has been a monster in goal.

Head to the Win/Total section and take WILD TO WIN AND UNDER 6.5 GOALS +170.

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Dallas Stars at Minnesota Wild Game 3 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Dallas Stars at Minnesota Wild Game 3 odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Dallas Stars look to retake home-ice advantage against the Minnesota Wild Friday in Game 3 of their 1st-round series. Puck drop at Xcel Energy Center is scheduled for 9:30 p.m. ET (TBS). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Stars vs. Wild odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

Series: Tied 1-1

The Stars lost C Joe Pavelski, who suffered a concussion from a nasty hit by D Matt Dumba in Game 1. Dallas fell 3-2 in double overtime in that one. The Stars countered Minnesota’s Game 1 body blow with a haymaker to the jaw in a 7-3 decisive win in Game 2. C Roope Hintz scored his 1st-career hat trick as he logged goals on the power play, penalty kill and at even strength.

Minnesota went to G Marc-Andre Fleury in Game 2, and he allowed 7 goals on 31 shots. The Wild will have to clean up their penalty kill as they’ve allowed Dallas to convert on 5 of 11 power plays in the series. LW Kirill Kaprizov will have to re-emerge for Minnesota to have a chance in this series. Dallas got under his skin and got him off his game in Game 2.

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Stars at Wild Game 3 odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Stars -115 (bet $115 to win $100) | Wild -105 (bet $105 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Stars -1.5 (+220) | Wild +1.5 (-275)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: +100 | U: -120)

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Stars at Wild Game 3 projected goalies

Jake Oettinger (37-11-11, 2.37 GAA, .919 SV%, 5 SO – regular season) vs. Filip Gustavsson (22-9-7, 2.10 GAA, .931 SV%, 3 SO – regular season)

Oettinger has given up 3 goals in each game and has stopped 68 of 74 shots in the series. He dominated Minnesota in the regular season, going 2-0-1 with a 1.87 GAA and a .937 SV%. He was great in Minnesota as well, stopping 54 of 56 shots in a win and a shootout loss.

Gustavsson will probably see the bulk of the work after Fleury gave up 7 last game. It was a curious move to go to Fleury after Gustavsson was great in Game 1, stopping 51 of 53 shots. He was 1-1 with a 1.97 GAA and .939 SV% against Dallas in the regular season.

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Stars at Wild Game 3 picks and predictions

Prediction

Wild 3, Stars 2

Moneyline

Minnesota is very good on home ice, evidenced by their 25-12-4 mark during the regular season. They have found ways to beat Oettinger, and Gustavsson should provide the balance between the pipes to overcome Dallas’ net-front presence. It’s a tight matchup, and Minnesota has won 2 out of the last 3 in the matchup.

LEAN WILD -(105).

Puck line/Against the spread

I don’t like either side on the puck line here. I look for Kaprizov to get back into a rhythm offensively. After 6 shots in Game 1, he had just 2 Wednesday. He’ll be more focused and stay out of the box in this one.

Take KIRILL KAPRIZOV OVER 3.5 SHOTS (-140).

Over/Under

The Under hit in Game 1, and the Over smashed in Game 2. Things should tighten up in this one with Gustavsson back in for the Wild. We’ve had 5 or fewer goals in 5 of the last 7 meetings between these teams.

I’ll LEAN UNDER 5.5 (-120).

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Minnesota Wild at Dallas Stars Game 2 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Minnesota Wild at Dallas Stars Game 2 odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Minnesota Wild visit the Dallas Stars Wednesday for Game 2 of the Western Conference quarterfinals. Puck drop from American Airlines Center is scheduled for 9:30 p.m. ET (ESPN2). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Wild vs. Stars odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Wild managed a subpar 2-3-2 record in the final 7 games of the regular season, but somebody forgot to inform Minnesota that it was an underdog heading into Game 1, and a big-time ‘dog in the series. But here the Wild are with a 1-0 series lead after a 3-2 double-overtime victory Monday.

Kirill Kaprizov got the party started with a power-play goal in the final minute of the 1st period, giving Minnesota the 1-0 lead.

In the 2nd period, it was Roope Hintz answering for Dallas on the power play, while Jason Robertson also notched a goal on the man advantage, and the hometown crowd was electric again. However, Sam Steel splashed cold water on the crowd, and the Stars, leveling the score at 2-2 with 5:35 left in the 2nd. Then, the offensive spigot was slammed shut.

There was no score in the 3rd period or in the 1st overtime period, as Filip Gustavsson and Jake Oettinger exchanged donuts. Ryan Hartman, who was wobbled by a hit earlier in the game, kept on in the game, and was the hero for the Wild in the 2nd overtime with a winner on an assist from Steel. And just for you trivia buffs, Hartman is the 1st player in NHL history born in the state of South Carolina.

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Wild at Stars odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:12 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Wild +125 (bet $100 to win $125) | Stars -155 (bet $155 to win $110)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Wild +1.5 (-210) | Stars -1.5 (+170)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: +105 | U: -125)

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Wild at Stars projected goalies

Filip Gustavsson (22-9-7, 2.10 GAA, .931 SV%, 3 SO – regular season) vs. Jake Oettinger (37-11-11, 2.37 GAA, .919 SV%, 5 SO – regular season)

Gustavsson was the surprise starter for bench boss Dean Evason, going with the 22-game winner over the Stanley Cup winner Marc-Andre Fleury (24-16-4, 2.85 GAA, .908 SV%, 2 SO).

Gustavsson stopped 51 of the 53 shots he faced, including 42 saves during even-strength situations.

Oettinger managed to stop 45 of the 48 shots he faced. He has allowed 3 or fewer goals in 9 straight starts since March 21 against the Seattle Kraken.

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Wild at Stars picks and predictions

Prediction

Stars 4, Wild 2

Moneyline

DALLAS (-155) is a strong play as a moderate favorite in Game 2 as it looks to bounce back from the disappointing 2 OT loss.

Dallas did a lot well in Game 1. It won 61 faceoffs to just 47 for Minnesota, good for 56.5%. The Stars also outshot the Wild 53-48, while outhitting the Wild 50-42.

Despite the win, the Wild are still just 12-31 in the past 43 trips to Big D. Look for the Stars to get the bounce back.

Puck line/Against the spread

DALLAS -1.5 (+170) is a solid play on the puck line for a chance to nearly double up your initial wager.

Dallas has covered 2 of the last 4 on the puck line as a favorite, while going cashing in 6 of the last 9 on the puck line as a fave.

If you like Dallas to win, you should like it to cover the puck line, too.

Over/Under

The OVER 5.5 (+105) is worth a look in Game 2.

It appeared we were on a way to an Over result in Game 1, with 4 total goals with 5:35 to go in 2nd period, but then things came to a screeching halt.

I expect to see a little more urgency, and a little more offense, from the Stars in this must-win game.

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Minnesota Wild at Dallas Stars Game 1 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Minnesota Wild at Dallas Stars Game 1 odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Minnesota Wild (46-25-11) visit the Dallas Stars (47-21-14) on Monday for Game 1 of the Western Conference quarterfinals. Puck drop from American Airlines Center is scheduled for 9:30 p.m. ET (ESPN2). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Wild vs. Stars odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Wild stumbled down the stretch, posting a 2-3-2 mark in the final 7 games. That might not seem like a big deal, but Minnesota was in the mix for the Central Division until the final few games. Instead of winning the division, it not only didn’t finish 1st, it fell to 3rd, losing home-ice advantage in this opening series.

The Stars missed out on the Central Division title by a single point. Dallas won each of its final 4 regular-season games, while going 7-3 in the final 10 games against winning teams. The Stars won 6 in a row to close out the season, too.

These teams split the 4 regular-season meetings, with the home team winning the final 2 battles. The Under cashed in the final 3 meetings, too, and 2 of the games were decided by 1 goal.

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Wild at Stars odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Wild +115 (bet $100 to win $115) | Stars -140 (bet $140 to win $110)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Wild +1.5 (-250) | Stars -1.5 (+190)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: +100 | U: -120)

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Wild at Stars projected goalies

Marc-Andre Fleury (24-16-4, 2.85 GAA, .908 SV%, 2 SO) vs. Jake Oettinger (37-11-11, 2.37 GAA, .919 SV%, 5 SO)

The 38-year-old Fleury stumbled down the stretch when it mattered most, dropping all 3 of his starts in April. While he had a 3.42 GAA in the 3 outings, he also received just a total of 3 goals of offensive support.

Fleury was 1-1-0 with a 3.87 GAA and .896 SV% in 2 regular-season meetings against the Stars.

Oettinger was amazing last season in a 1st-round series against the Calgary Flames, winning 3 games while posting a 1.82 GAA and .954 SV% with a shutout.

The Minnesota native, Oettinger, is likely to be pumped to face the Wild. He went 2-0-1 with a 1.87 GAA and .937 SV% against the Wild in the regular season.

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Wild at Stars picks and predictions

Prediction

Stars 3, Wild 2

Moneyline

The STARS (-140) are a solid play in Game 1 against the Wild (+115).

American Airlines Center has been a house of horrors for the Wild, as Minnesota has won just 11 of its past 42 trips to the Metroplex. The Wild is also 0-4 in the last 4 tries against winning teams, as Minnesota really struggled in the final couple of weeks of the regular season.

The Wild are also 4-13 in the last 17 games on the conference quarterfinals round.

Puck line/Against the spread

The Wild +1.5 (-250) will cost you 2 1/2 times your potential return, if you require insurance and can’t pull the trigger on betting Minnesota straight up. That’s too much risk and not enough reward, and it’s a poor long-term betting strategy.

AVOID.

Over/Under

The UNDER 5.5 (-120) is the lean in Game 1.

The Under has cashed at a 7-3 clip in the last 10 meetings between these teams in Dallas, while going 4-1 in the previous 5 in the series.

The Under is also 11-5 in the last 16 conference quarterfinals games for the Wild.

For Dallas, the Under is 5-0-1 in the last 6 home games, while going an impressive 34-14-5 in the previous 53 games against teams with a winning overall record.

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Winnipeg Jets at Minnesota Wild odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Winnipeg Jets at Minnesota Wild odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Winnipeg Jets (45-32-3) travel to meet the Minnesota Wild (46-24-10) Tuesday. Puck drop from XCel Energy Center is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Jets vs. Wild odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Jets are in the driver’s seat for the final Wild Card spot in the Western Conference. Winnipeg has 93 points with 2 regular-season games remaining, and it is 2 points clear of the Calgary Flames, and 3 points clear of the Nashville Predators.

Winnipeg has helped itself out lately, winning 4 of the last 5 games, including a key 2-0 victory over the Predators on Saturday.

The Wild have managed 102 points, sitting 2 points behind the Colorado Avalanche and Dallas Stars for 1st place in the Central Division. Minnesota picked up a 4-2 victory on March 8 in the most recent meeting in Winnipeg.

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Jets at Wild odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Jets +105 (bet $100 to win $105) | Wild -125 (bet $125 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Jets +1.5 (-250) | Wild -1.5 (+200)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -120 | U: +100)

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Jets at Wild projected goalies

Connor Hellebuyck (35-25-2, 2.53 GAA, .919 SV%, 4 SO) vs. Marc-Andre Fleury (24-15-4, 2.84 GAA, .909 SV%, 2 SO)

Hellebuyck allowed 2 goals on 21 shots in a 6-2 victory Monday against the San Jose Sharks. With a back-to-back situation, normally it would be unusual for a team to start a goalie 2 nights in a row. However, the Jets are fighting for a playoff spot, and they have to go with their best.

Fleury coughed up 4 goals on 31 shots in a 4-1 loss Thursday at Pittsburgh against his original NHL team, and he is 0-2-0 with a 3.57 GAA and .904 SV% in 2 starts in April.

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Jets at Wild picks and predictions

Prediction

Wild 3, Jets 2

Moneyline

The WILD (-125) are in the mix for a division title, and Minnesota has dominated this series lately.

The Jets (+105) are just 2-6 in the last 8 meetings, while going 0-4 in the last 4 visits to the Twin Cities. The home team has cashed in 6 of the last 8 meetings, too.

The Jets just played Monday, and they’re 5-1 in the last 6 games on no rest. However, the Wild have won 13 of the last 17 inside the Western Conference, and it will get the all-important 2 points to keep their division title hopes alive.

Puck line/Against the spread

The Jets +1.5 (-250) will cost you 2 1/2 times your potential return, and that’s way too expensive if you want some insurance.

The Jets have struggled in recent years against the Wild, and there is no reason to play Winnipeg plus the goal and a half on the road.

AVOID.

Over/Under

The UNDER 5.5 (+100) is the lean despite the series trends.

The Over is 5-2 in the last 7 meetings, while going 4-1-1 in the last 6 meetings in the Twin Cities.

However, the Under is 22-5 in the last 27 road games for the Jets, while going 4-1 in the last 5 against winning teams. The Under is also 10-1-2 in the last 13 games inside the Central Division, while going 9-2-1 in the last 12 games on no rest.

For the Wild, the Under is 18-6-2 in the last 26 home games, too.

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Minnesota Wild at Pittsburgh Penguins odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Minnesota Wild at Pittsburgh Penguins odds and lines, with expert NHL picks, predictions and best bets.

The Minnesota Wild (44-23-10) visit the Pittsburgh Penguins (38-30-10) on Thursday. Puck drop from PPG Paints Arena is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Wild vs. Penguins odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Wild suffered back-to-back losses against the Vegas Golden Knights in a home-and-home series Saturday (4-1) and Monday (4-3 in a shootout). Minnesota currently sits in a 3-way tie atop the Central Division with 98 points.

The Wild, Dallas Stars and defending Stanley Cup champion Colorado Avalanche all have 98 points. The Wild and Stars have 77 games played, while the Avalanche have 76 games played.

The Penguins were humbled 5-1 on the road against the New Jersey Devils Tuesday. Pittsburgh has alternated losses and wins in the past 9 games dating back to March 20.

These teams met previously on Nov. 17 when the Pens came away with a 6-4 road win as the Over (6.5) easily connected.

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Wild at Penguins odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:50 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Wild +105 (bet $100 to win $105) | Penguins -125 (bet $125 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Wild +1.5 (-250) | Penguins -1.5 (+195)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: +100 | U: -120)

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Wild at Penguins projected goalies

Marc-Andre Fleury (24-14-4, 2.82 GAA, .910 SV%, 2 SO) vs. Tristan Jarry (22-12-6, 2.99 GAA, .908 SV%, 2 SO)

Fleury is confirmed to start against his original NHL team. He allowed 3 goals on 42 shots in a 4-1 setback against the Golden Knights Saturday, another one of his former teams.

Jarry has coughed up 9 goals on 72 shots in April, going 0-2-0 with a 4.55 GAA and .875 SV% in a pair of starts at New Jersey and home against the Boston Bostons. He was in the crease in the first meeting in mid-November, allowing 4 goals on 23 shots in a 6-4 win in the Twin Cities.

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Wild at Penguins picks and predictions

Prediction

Wild 4, Penguins 2

Moneyline

The WILD (+105) are a solid value as short ‘dogs on the road, as Minnesota aims for 100 points to try to stay atop the Central Division.

Minnesota has won 7 of the past 10 games on the road and has won 16 of its last 23 games overall.

Pittsburgh has fallen on hard times lately, going 2-6 in the past 8 games when playing on a single day of rest, and has cashed just 7 of the past 25 games against winning teams.

Puck line/Against the spread

The Wild +1.5 (-250) are not a good value if you need some insurance, as Minnesota will cost you 2 1/2 times your potential return.

The Wild are 8-4 in the past 12 games on the puck line as underdogs but just play them straight up if you like them.

AVOID.

Over/Under

UNDER 6.5 (-120) is the lean, but go lightly.

The Under is 10-3 in Minnesota’s last 13 games against Eastern Conference foes and 6-2 in the past against Metropolitan Division teams, according to covers.com.

The Under has cashed in 6 of Pittsburgh’s last 8 games against winning teams while going 8-1 in the past 9 against Central Division opponents.

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Vegas Golden Knights at Minnesota Wild odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Vegas Golden Knights at Minnesota Wild odds and lines, with expert NHL picks, predictions and best bets.

The Vegas Golden Knights (44-21-11) and the Minnesota Wild (34-33-9) play the 2nd end of a home-and-home set Monday night. Puck drop from XCel Energy Center in St. Paul, Minn., is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET (NHL Network). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Golden Knights vs. Wild odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Golden Knights paddled the Wild 4-1 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas in the 1st meeting on Saturday night behind Laurent Brossoit. He allowed a  goal to Matthew Boldy 5 minutes into the 1st period, but it was all downhill after that.

Vegas received offensive production from its non-stars, too, as Ben Hutton, Zach Whitecloud and Brett Howden lit the lamp, showing off VGK’s tremendous depth. Chandler Stephenson, a more familiar name, capped off the scoring with an empty-net goal.

Marc-Andre Fleury did a great job keeping his current team in it, making 39 saves against his former team. However, Minnesota just couldn’t solve Brossoit, who turned aside 29 of the 30 shots he faced.

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Golden Knights at Wild odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:08 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Golden Knights +110 (bet $100 to win $110) | Wild -135 (bet $135 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Golden Knights +1.5 (-225) | Wild -1.5 (+185)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Golden Knights at Wild projected goalies

Laurent Brossoit (3-0-3, 2.44 GAA, .920 SV%) vs. Marc-Andre Fleury (24-14-4, 2.82 GAA, .910 SV%, 2 SO)

Brossoit made 29 saves on 30 shots Saturday against Minnesota, his 2nd consecutive Saturday night with a victory. He also beat Edmonton on the road last week, and VGK appears to trust him a little more than Jonathan Quick at the moment.

Fleury allowed 3 goals on 42 shots in Saturday’s loss at Vegas. The loss certainly wasn’t his fault, as he received little offensive support. He was 6-0-1 in 7 starts in March, posting a 2.56 GAA and .928 SV%.

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Golden Knights at Wild picks and predictions

Prediction

Golden Knights 3, Wild 2

Moneyline

The GOLDEN KNIGHTS (+110) are a solid value as short ‘dogs, as the Wild (-135) just haven’t been able to solve Vegas lately. Vegas has won 5 of the last 6 meetings, and the Golden Knights have won 12 of their last 16 games overall. VGK is also 7-1 in the last 8 road games while going 6-1 in the last 7 against winning teams.

The Wild (-135) had been red-hot lately, too, but it just has a lot of difficulty trying to solve the Golden Knights. Until Minnesota can beat Vegas semi-regularly, keep fading the Wild.

Puck line/Against the spread

The Golden Knights +1.5 (-225) will cost you over 2 times your potential return if you need insurance and can’t bring yourself to playing Vegas straight up. While the home team is 6-1 in the last 7 meetings in this series, again, Vegas has won 5 of the last 6 battles head-to-head.

PASS.

Over/Under

UNDER 6 (-115) is the lean, but go lightly.

The Under cashed in Saturday’s meeting at T-Mobile Center, although it certainly didn’t start out that way with 3 goals in the first 16+ minutes. Still, things settled down, and we had just a single goal in the final 2 periods before Stephenson’s empty-netter.

Brossoit is playing with a lot of confidence, and Fleury will be hellbent on getting a win against his former team, so look for another strong performance from both tendies.

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Minnesota Wild at Colorado Avalanche odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Minnesota Wild at Colorado Avalanche odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Minnesota Wild (43-22-9) visit the Colorado Avalanche (44-23-6) Wednesday. Puck drop from Ball Arena is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET (TNT). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Wild vs. Avalanche odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Wild picked up a 5-1 win against the Seattle Kraken last time out on home ice, pushing on the total at most shops. Minnesota has posted a 15-1-4 record across the past 20 games dating back to Feb. 15, a 3-2 loss on home ice against the Avalanche.

Colorado trails Minnesota by 1 point in the Central Division, although the Avalanche have a game in hand. Colorado has been hot lately, too, winning 9 of the past 10 games overall.

The Avs not only won in Minnesota Feb. 15, but Colorado posted a 6-3 win Oct. 17 in the first regular-season meeting, also in the Twin Cities.

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Wild at Avalanche odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:29 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Wild +135 (bet $100 to win $135) | Avalanche -155 (bet $155 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Wild +1.5 (-200) | Avalanche -1.5 (+150)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -125 | U: +105)

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Wild at Avalanche projected goalies

Marc-Andre Fleury (24-13-4, 2.81 GAA, .909 SV%, 2 SO) vs. Alexandar Georgiev (34-15-5, 2.54 GAA, .919 SV%, 5 SO)

Fleury allowed just a single goal on 36 shots last time out against the Kraken, putting an ugly 5-4 SOL against the Philadelphia Flyers in the rearview mirror in the outing prior. He is still 6-0-1 with a 2.56 GAA and .928 SV% in 7 starts in the month of March.

Fleury was on the short end of that 3-2 loss against the Avs Feb. 15, allowing 3 goals on just 19 shots in the loss.

Georgiev allowed 3 goals on 30 shots in a SOW on the road against the Arizona Coyotes last time out, and he improved to 8-3-1 with a 2.41 GAA and .909 SV% with 2 SO in the month of March.

The Bulgarian tendy stopped 41 of the 43 shots he faced in Minnesota in a victory Feb. 15, and he also allowed just 3 goals on 39 shots in the 6-3 win back in mid-October.

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Wild at Avalanche picks and predictions

Prediction

Avalanche 3, Wild 2

Moneyline

The AVALANCHE (-155) is the play in this super important battle for 1st place in the Central Division.

Colorado has won 4 straight meetings on home ice against Minnesota, and the Avalanche are 7-3 in the past 10 meetings in the series. The home team has cashed in 5 of the past 7 in the series, too.

Puck line/Against the spread

The Wild +1.5 (-200) is a little on the pricey side if you need insurance and can’t bring yourself to play Minnesota straight up. It’s not worth it.

While Minnesota has been hot lately, you can’t bet it until the Wild show they can beat the Avalanche on a regular basis. There hasn’t been any sign of that lately.

PASS.

Over/Under

The UNDER 5.5 (+105) at plus-money is a value in the Mile High City.

While the Over has dominated for Minnesota lately, the Under is 22-6-1 in the past 29 when playing on a day of rest. The Under is also 4-1-1 in the past 6 meetings in this series.

The Under has dominated for the Avalanche lately, too, going 5-2 in the past 7 home games, while cashing at a 13-3-2 clip in the past 18 against Central Division teams. The Under is 18-8-3 in the previous 29 against teams with a winning record, too.

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