The Minnesota Wild (27-13-4) are set to face off against the surging Edmonton Oilers (27-13-3) in a crucial Western Conference matchup at the Xcel Energy Center on Wednesday night.
Both teams enter the contest in impressive form, with the Wild winning seven of their last ten games while the Oilers ride a two-game winning streak and boast one of the league's most potent offenses, averaging 3.26 goals per game.
The matchup presents a fascinating contrast between Edmonton's high-powered offense, led by Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl's combined 48 goals and 75 assists, and Minnesota's stalwart defense that has allowed just 2.73 goals per game.
Wild goaltender Filip Gustavsson has been exceptional this season with a .917 save percentage and 13.8 goals saved above average, while the Oilers' Stuart Skinner continues to provide reliable netminding with a 2.68 goals-against average.
The game could well be decided by whether Minnesota's defensive prowess, anchored by the strong pairing of Brock Faber and Jacob Middleton, can contain Edmonton's explosive offensive capabilities.
As these Western Conference powerhouses prepare to clash, hockey fans can expect an intriguing battle between two teams currently occupying second place in their respective divisions.
Minnesota Wild vs. Edmonton Oilers: who will win?
For tonight's Minnesota Wild vs Edmonton Oilers matchup, our predictive model gives the Oilers a 54.67% chance of defeating the Wild.
Edmonton Oilers: 54.67% win probability
- Strong offensive output (140 goals scored in 43 games)
- Excellent recent form (WWLWW in last 5 games)
- Efficient defense (117 goals against in 43 games)
Minnesota Wild: 45.33% win probability
- Lower scoring efficiency (132 goals in 44 games)
- Inconsistent recent form (LWLWW in last 5 games)
- Higher goals against ratio (122 GA in 44 games)
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Minnesota Wild vs. Edmonton Oilers odds
| Minnesota Wild | Edmonton Oilers | |
|---|---|---|
| moneyline | +162 (via Caesars Sportsbook) | -185 (via bet365 US) |
Key stats
- 1The Minnesota Wild have won 27 out of 44 matches this season.
- 2The Edmonton Oilers have won 27 out of 43 matches this season.
- 3With 58 points, the Minnesota Wild holds the 3rd position in the league standings.
- 4Edmonton Oilers's 57 points place them 4th in the rankings.
Minnesota Wild vs. Edmonton Oilers form
Minnesota Wild vs. Edmonton Oilers head to head
Minnesota Wild
67%
Edmonton Oilers
33%
Dec 13, 2024
Minnesota Wild
1 : 7
Edmonton Oilers
Nov 22, 2024
Edmonton Oilers
3 : 5
Minnesota Wild
Feb 24, 2024
Edmonton Oilers
2 : 4
Minnesota Wild
Dec 9, 2023
Edmonton Oilers
4 : 3
Minnesota Wild
Oct 25, 2023
Minnesota Wild
7 : 4
Edmonton Oilers
Dec 13, 2022
Minnesota Wild
2 : 1
Edmonton Oilers
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