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Red Wings vs. Wild prediction: Why Minnesota is favored to win Thursday's NHL matchup [1/22/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Detroit Red Wings vs Minnesota Wild predictions for NHL Thursday.
The Minnesota Wild and Detroit redwings will meet in the NHL at Grand Casino Arena on Thursday, starting at 9:30 PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' advanced NHL model predicts the Wild as the most likely winner of the Red Wings vs. Wild game.
This article offers further insights into Thursday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Red Wings vs. Wild prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the result of Thursday's NHL game between the Red Wings and Wild 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model gives the Wild a 58% chance of defeating the Red Wings.
According to our model, the Red Wings (+1.5) have a 64% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6-goal over/under has a 53% chance of going over.
Red Wings vs. Wild odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Red Wings | Wild |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-185) | -1.5 (+154) |
| Moneyline | +136 | -160 |
| Total | o6 (-130) | u6 (+100) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Red Wings vs. Wild picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available 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 | Red Wings +1.5 | -185 |
| Moneyline | Red Wings | +136 |
| Total | Under 6 | +100 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Red Wings to win.
Red Wings vs. Wild player props
Who will score a goal in Red Wings vs. Wild?
According to our model, Kirill Kaprizov is most likely to score an anytime goal in Red Wings vs. Wild.
Our projections give Kaprizov a 44.1% chance of scoring a goal at Grand Casino Arena, while the star is a 10.3% chance of registering the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Detroit Red Wings
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Alex DeBrincat | 33.8% |
| Dylan Larkin | 29.1% |
| James van Riemsdyk | 24.8% |
| Lucas Raymond | 23.7% |
| Patrick Kane | 21.5% |
Minnesota Wild
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kirill Kaprizov | 44.1% |
| Joel Ek | 27.1% |
| Ryan Hartman | 26.0% |
| Danila Yurov | 23.7% |
| Mats Zuccarello | 22.2% |
First goal scorer predictions
Detroit Red Wings
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Alex DeBrincat | 6.3% |
| Dylan Larkin | 5.8% |
| James van Riemsdyk | 5.0% |
| Lucas Raymond | 4.5% |
| Patrick Kane | 3.9% |
Minnesota Wild
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kirill Kaprizov | 10.3% |
| Ryan Hartman | 4.6% |
| Mats Zuccarello | 4.5% |
| Danila Yurov | 4.5% |
| Joel Ek | 4.5% |
Red Wings vs. Wild game-day updates and essential details
Thursday's matchup between the Wild and Red Wings at Grand Casino Arena is scheduled to begin at 9:30 PM ET.
- Who: Detroit Red Wings vs. Minnesota Wild
- Date: Thursday, January 22, 2026
- Time: 9:30 PM ET/6:30PM PT
- Venue: Grand Casino Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Wild, with a 58% win probability, will likely beat the Red Wings on Thursday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Red Wings vs. Wild insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on the latest 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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