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Predators vs. Wild Prediction: Minnesota Predicted to Win Tuesday's NHL Matchup [12/31/2024]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Our expert prediction for Tuesday's Nashville Predators vs Minnesota Wild matchup.
The Minnesota Wild and Nashville Predators are scheduled to meet in the NHL at Xcel Energy Center on Tuesday, with puck drop at 8:00PM ET.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' advanced NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts the Wild as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Our team has analyzed the latest data and conducted 10,000 simulations for Tuesday's Nashville-Minnesota game," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.
"By incorporating recent updates and various factors, our prediction shows the Wild with a win probability of 53%, compared to 47% for the Predators."
For further insights into Tuesday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Predators vs. Wild predictions page.
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Predators vs. Wild Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Tuesday's action between the Wild and Predators at Xcel Energy Center is scheduled to begin at 8:00PM ET.
- Who: Nashville Predators vs. Minnesota Wild
- Date: Tuesday, December 31, 2024
- Time: 8:00PM ET/5:00PM PT
- Venue: Xcel Energy Center
- Tickets: Get tickets for the game on Ticketmaster
Dimers.com's full preview of Tuesday's Predators vs. Wild matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any Nashville vs. Minnesota picks, be sure to check out the latest NHL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
Predators vs. Wild Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Puck Line?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Tuesday's NHL game between the Predators and Wild 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model gives the Wild a 53% chance of beating the Predators.
According to our model, the Predators (+1.5) have a 69% chance of covering the puck line, while the 5.5-goal over/under has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Predators vs. Wild Odds
We have sourced the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Predators | Wild |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-250) | -1.5 (+205) |
| Moneyline | +102 | -120 |
| Total | o5.5 (-125) | u5.5 (+105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Predators vs. Wild Picks
Our model's biggest edge in today's Predators vs. Wild matchup is on the puck line.
Our expert predictions, matched against the best odds, reveal the best NHL picks for every game throughout the season.
Unlimited access to our complete suite of picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.
Predators vs. Wild Player Props
Who will score the first goal in Predators vs. Wild?
According to our model, Minnesota's Matt Boldy is most likely to score the first goal in Predators vs. Wild.
Our projections give Boldy a 7.8% chance of scoring the first goal at Xcel Energy Center, while the Wild star is a 35.7% chance of netting an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
Nashville Predators
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Steven Stamkos | 6.7% |
| Filip Forsberg | 6.5% |
| Jonathan Marchessault | 5.6% |
Minnesota Wild
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Matt Boldy | 7.8% |
| Marco Rossi | 6.8% |
| Mats Zuccarello | 5.3% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
Nashville Predators
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Steven Stamkos | 32.1% |
| Filip Forsberg | 31.4% |
| Jonathan Marchessault | 28.2% |
Minnesota Wild
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Matt Boldy | 35.7% |
| Marco Rossi | 32.5% |
| Joel Ek | 26.7% |
Conclusion
We predict the Wild, with a 53% win probability, will likely beat the Predators on Tuesday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Predators vs. Wild insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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