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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get Minnesota Wild vs Boston Bruins predictions for NHL Saturday.
The Boston Bruins will square off with the Minnesota Wild, in what is expected to be a tight NHL game, at TD Garden on Saturday, commencing at 5:00 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' proven NHL model gives the Wild a slight edge with a 51% win probability over the Bruins.
This article offers further insights into Saturday's Wild vs. Bruins matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Wild vs. Bruins prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Saturday's NHL matchup between the Wild and Bruins, forming part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model gives the Wild a 51% chance of beating the Bruins.
According to our model, the Bruins (+1.5) have a 70% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of six goals has a 51% chance of staying under.
Wild vs. Bruins odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Wild | Bruins |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | -1.5 (+198) | +1.5 (-235) |
| Moneyline | -118 | +100 |
| Total | o6 (-118) | u6 (-102) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Wild vs. Bruins 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 | Bruins +1.5 | -235 |
| Moneyline | Bruins | +100 |
| Total | Under 6 | -102 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 6 total goals.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Wild vs. Bruins player props
Who will score a goal in Wild vs. Bruins?
According to our model, David Pastrnak is most likely to score an anytime goal in Wild vs. Bruins.
Our projections give Pastrnak a 46.8% chance of scoring a goal at TD Garden, while the star is a 10.0% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Minnesota Wild
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kirill Kaprizov | 42.1% |
| Matt Boldy | 32.4% |
| Joel Ek | 25.7% |
| Vladimir Tarasenko | 21.1% |
| Mats Zuccarello | 19.8% |
Boston Bruins
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| David Pastrnak | 46.8% |
| Morgan Geekie | 28.9% |
| Pavel Zacha | 26.7% |
| Viktor Arvidsson | 26.4% |
| Elias Lindholm | 19.6% |
First goal scorer predictions
Minnesota Wild
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kirill Kaprizov | 8.3% |
| Matt Boldy | 6.7% |
| Joel Ek | 4.8% |
| Vladimir Tarasenko | 3.6% |
| Mats Zuccarello | 3.6% |
Boston Bruins
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| David Pastrnak | 10.0% |
| Morgan Geekie | 5.6% |
| Viktor Arvidsson | 5.4% |
| Pavel Zacha | 4.8% |
| Elias Lindholm | 3.9% |
Wild vs. Bruins game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's game between the Bruins and Wild at TD Garden is scheduled to commence at 5:00 PM ET.
- Who: Minnesota Wild vs. Boston Bruins
- Date: Saturday, March 28, 2026
- Time: 5:00 PM ET/2:00PM PT
- Venue: TD Garden
Conclusion
We predict the Wild, with a 51% win probability, will likely beat the Bruins on Saturday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Wild vs. Bruins 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, head to our responsible gambling hub.
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Nick Slade, with nearly two decades of experience, is the Chief Content Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, overseeing content for Dimers. He specializes in soccer, NBA, and NHL betting, leveraging predictive analytics and machine learning to provide accurate betting insights.
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