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Panthers vs. Wild prediction: Why Minnesota is favored to win Saturday's NHL matchup [1/24/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Florida Panthers vs Minnesota Wild predictions for NHL Saturday.
The Minnesota Wild will take on the Florida Panthers, in what is expected to be a tight NHL game, at Grand Casino Arena on Saturday, commencing at 9:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' advanced NHL model gives the Wild a slight edge with a 53% win probability over the Panthers.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Saturday's Panthers vs. Wild matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Panthers vs. Wild prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Saturday's NHL game between the Panthers and Wild 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model currently gives the Wild a 53% chance of beating the Panthers.
According to our model, the Panthers (+1.5) have a 69% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of 6.5 goals has a 56% chance of staying under.
Panthers vs. Wild odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Panthers | Wild |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-235) | -1.5 (+198) |
| Moneyline | +110 | -125 |
| Total | o6.5 (+110) | u6.5 (-128) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Panthers vs. Wild picks and best bet
After matching our probabilities 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 | Panthers +1.5 | -235 |
| Moneyline | Panthers | +110 |
| Total | Under 6.5 | -128 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 6.5 total goals.
Panthers vs. Wild player props
Who will score a goal in Panthers vs. Wild?
According to our model, Kirill Kaprizov is most likely to score an anytime goal in Panthers vs. Wild.
Our projections give Kaprizov a 40.0% chance of scoring a goal at Grand Casino Arena, while the star is an 8.1% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Florida Panthers
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Sam Reinhart | 35.7% |
| Sam Bennett | 33.2% |
| Matthew Tkachuk | 32.0% |
| Brad Marchand | 28.7% |
| Carter Verhaeghe | 28.6% |
Minnesota Wild
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kirill Kaprizov | 40.0% |
| Matt Boldy | 28.6% |
| Joel Ek | 24.7% |
| Mats Zuccarello | 21.3% |
| Danila Yurov | 21.0% |
First goal scorer predictions
Florida Panthers
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Sam Reinhart | 7.0% |
| Sam Bennett | 6.8% |
| Brad Marchand | 5.8% |
| Matthew Tkachuk | 5.7% |
| Carter Verhaeghe | 5.4% |
Minnesota Wild
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kirill Kaprizov | 8.1% |
| Matt Boldy | 5.7% |
| Joel Ek | 4.4% |
| Ryan Hartman | 3.9% |
| Mats Zuccarello | 3.9% |
Panthers vs. Wild game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's matchup between the Wild and Panthers at Grand Casino Arena is scheduled to start at 9:00 PM ET.
- Who: Florida Panthers vs. Minnesota Wild
- Date: Saturday, January 24, 2026
- Time: 9:00 PM ET/6:00PM PT
- Venue: Grand Casino Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Wild, with a 53% win probability, will likely beat the Panthers on Saturday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Panthers vs. Wild insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from 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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