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Blackhawks vs. Wild prediction: Why Minnesota is favored to win Thursday's NHL matchup [3/19/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Chicago Blackhawks vs Minnesota Wild predictions for NHL Thursday.
The Minnesota Wild and Chicago Blackhawks will lock horns in the NHL at Grand Casino Arena on Thursday, starting at 7:30 PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' proven NHL model predicts the Wild as the most likely winner of the Blackhawks vs. Wild game.
This article offers further insights into Thursday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Hawks vs. Wild prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Thursday's NHL game between the Blackhawks and Wild 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model currently gives the Wild a 65% chance of defeating the Blackhawks.
According to our model, the Blackhawks (+1.5) have a 57% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of six goals has a 52% chance of staying under.
Blackhawks vs. Wild odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Blackhawks | Wild |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-125) | -1.5 (+116) |
| Moneyline | +190 | -220 |
| Total | o6 (-115) | u6 (-105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Blackhawks vs. Wild picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | Blackhawks +1.5 | -125 |
| Moneyline | Blackhawks | +190 |
| Total | Under 6 | -105 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Blackhawks +1.5 at the spread.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Blackhawks vs. Wild player props
Who will score a goal in Blackhawks vs. Wild?
According to our model, Kirill Kaprizov is most likely to score an anytime goal in Blackhawks vs. Wild.
Our projections give Kaprizov a 50.8% chance of scoring a goal at Grand Casino Arena, while the star is an 11.9% chance of registering the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Chicago Blackhawks
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Connor Bedard | 31.7% |
| Frank Nazar | 25.9% |
| Ilya Mikheyev | 23.6% |
| Ryan Donato | 22.4% |
| Tyler Bertuzzi | 21.1% |
Minnesota Wild
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kirill Kaprizov | 50.8% |
| Matt Boldy | 37.7% |
| Mats Zuccarello | 25.7% |
| Vladimir Tarasenko | 22.4% |
| Quinn Hughes | 21.3% |
First goal scorer predictions
Chicago Blackhawks
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Connor Bedard | 6.2% |
| Frank Nazar | 4.9% |
| Ilya Mikheyev | 4.2% |
| Ryan Donato | 4.1% |
| Tyler Bertuzzi | 3.5% |
Minnesota Wild
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kirill Kaprizov | 11.9% |
| Matt Boldy | 7.1% |
| Mats Zuccarello | 5.0% |
| Vladimir Tarasenko | 4.4% |
| Danila Yurov | 4.1% |
Hawks vs. Wild game-day updates and essential details
Thursday's matchup between the Wild and Blackhawks at Grand Casino Arena is scheduled to commence at 7:30 PM ET.
- Who: Chicago Blackhawks vs. Minnesota Wild
- Date: Thursday, March 19, 2026
- Time: 7:30 PM ET/4:30PM PT
- Venue: Grand Casino Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Wild, with a 65% win probability, will likely beat the Blackhawks on Thursday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Blackhawks vs. Wild insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on 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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