Anaheim Ducks vs. Minnesota Wild Prediction, Odds, NHL Picks [1/27/2024]

The Minnesota Wild will square off with the Anaheim Ducks in NHL action at Xcel Energy Center on Saturday, starting at 9:00PM ET.

Dimers.com's full betting preview for Saturday's Ducks vs. Wild matchup includes the latest betting odds, as well as our predictions and picks for the game.

Ducks vs. Wild Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Spread

We have used innovative machine learning and data to simulate the outcome of Saturday's NHL game between the Ducks and Wild 10,000 times, in line with our coverage of NHL predictions.

Our famous predictive analytics model gives the Wild a 66% chance of beating the Ducks.

According to our model, the Ducks (+1.5) have a 56% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6-goal Over/Under has a 51% chance of going under.

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Ducks vs. Wild Odds

We have researched the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Bet Type	Ducks	Wild
Puck Line	+1.5 (-130)	-1.5 (+112)
Moneyline	+190	-220
Total	o6 (-110)	u6 (-110)

• The Wild are currently -1.5 favorites versus the Ducks, with +112 at FanDuel Sportsbook the best odds currently available.
• For the underdog Ducks (+1.5) to cover the puck line, BetMGM Sportsbook has the best odds currently on offer at -130.
• FanDuel currently has the best moneyline odds for the Wild at -220, which means you can risk $220 to win $100 for a total payout of $320 if they get the W.
• DraftKings Sportsbook currently has the best moneyline odds for the Ducks at +190, where you can put down $100 to profit $190, earning a total payout of $290 if they win.
• The Over/Under for total goals scored is set at 6 with BetMGM, which currently has the best odds for the Over at -110, as well as the best odds for the Under at -110.

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

As always, check out all of the legal sports betting sites available in your state for the best NHL odds and lines.

Ducks vs. Wild Picks

By comparing our predictions to the odds listed above, we have found the best betting picks to make on this game:

Bet Type	Our Pick	Best Odds
Puck Line	Ducks +1.5	-130
Moneyline	Ducks	+190
Total	Under 6	-110

While the Wild are more likely to win the game, taking the Ducks moneyline is the best option due to the edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the betting odds currently available.

Taking advantage of the edges published here at Dimers is one of the keys to achieving long-term profitability as a sports bettor.

Dimers' NHL best bets are based on complex simulations and gambling expertise to serve you the best possible plays every day of the year.

Ducks vs. Wild Player Props

Who will score the first goal in Ducks vs. Wild?

According to our model, Minnesota's Kirill Kaprizov is most likely to score the first goal in Ducks vs. Wild.

Our projections give Kaprizov a 12.5% chance of scoring the first goal at Xcel Energy Center, while the Wild star is a 52.1% chance of netting an anytime goal.

First Goal Scorer Predictions

Anaheim Ducks

Player	First Goal Probability
Adam Henrique	6.5%
Troy Terry	5.9%
Frank Vatrano	5.3%
Leo Carlsson	4.0%
Mason McTavish	3.5%

Minnesota Wild

Player	First Goal Probability
Kirill Kaprizov	12.5%
Matt Boldy	8.8%
Ryan Hartman	7.0%
Joel Ek	6.5%
Mats Zuccarello	4.3%

Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions

Anaheim Ducks

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Adam Henrique	33.3%
Troy Terry	30.6%
Frank Vatrano	27.0%
Leo Carlsson	23.5%
Mason McTavish	18.3%

Minnesota Wild

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Kirill Kaprizov	52.1%
Matt Boldy	38.9%
Ryan Hartman	34.8%
Joel Ek	34.3%
Mats Zuccarello	27.6%
Remember, our model updates frequently, so keep checking this page for any changes to our betting insights before the Ducks vs. Wild on Saturday January 27, 2024.

Ducks vs. Wild Game Information

Saturday's action between the Wild and Ducks at Xcel Energy Center is scheduled to start at 9:00PM ET.

• Who: Anaheim Ducks vs. Minnesota Wild
• Date: Saturday January 27, 2024
• Time: 9:00PM ET / 6:00PM PT
• Venue: Xcel Energy Center

Our full coverage of Ducks vs. Wild includes pregame predictions, betting picks, and live win probabilities.

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Conclusion

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