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Wild vs. Kings prediction: Minnesota favored to win Monday's NHL matchup [1/5/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Minnesota Wild vs Los Angeles Kings predictions for NHL Monday.
The Los Angeles Kings will square off with the Minnesota Wild, in what is expected to be a close NHL game, at Crypto.com Arena on Monday, starting at 10:30 PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' proven NHL model gives the Wild a slight edge with a 51% win probability over the Kings.
This article offers a closer look at Monday's Wild vs. Kings matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Wild vs. Kings prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Monday's NHL matchup between the Wild and Kings 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model gives the Wild a 51% chance of beating the Kings.
According to our model, the Kings (+1.5) have a 71% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of 5.5 goals has a 52% chance of staying under.
Wild vs. Kings odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Wild | Kings |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | -1.5 (+210) | +1.5 (-250) |
| Moneyline | -115 | +104 |
| Total | o5.5 (+105) | u5.5 (-120) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Wild vs. Kings 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 | Kings +1.5 | -250 |
| Moneyline | Kings | +104 |
| Total | Over 5.5 | +105 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Kings to win.
Wild vs. Kings player props
Who will score a goal in Wild vs. Kings?
According to our model, Kirill Kaprizov is most likely to score an anytime goal in Wild vs. Kings.
Our projections give Kaprizov a 40.0% chance of scoring a goal at Crypto.com Arena, while the star is an 8.9% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Minnesota Wild
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kirill Kaprizov | 40.0% |
| Matt Boldy | 30.5% |
| Joel Ek | 24.6% |
| Danila Yurov | 18.8% |
| Mats Zuccarello | 16.9% |
Los Angeles Kings
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Adrian Kempe | 31.1% |
| Kevin Fiala | 30.4% |
| Quinton Byfield | 25.2% |
| Alex Laferriere | 25.1% |
| Andrei Kuzmenko | 23.8% |
First goal scorer predictions
Minnesota Wild
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kirill Kaprizov | 8.9% |
| Matt Boldy | 6.2% |
| Joel Ek | 4.6% |
| Danila Yurov | 4.0% |
| Mats Zuccarello | 3.5% |
Los Angeles Kings
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kevin Fiala | 6.2% |
| Adrian Kempe | 6.1% |
| Andrei Kuzmenko | 5.0% |
| Quinton Byfield | 4.8% |
| Alex Laferriere | 4.8% |
Wild vs. Kings game-day updates and essential details
Monday's game between the Kings and Wild at Crypto.com Arena is scheduled to commence at 10:30 PM ET.
- Who: Minnesota Wild vs. Los Angeles Kings
- Date: Monday, January 5, 2026
- Time: 10:30 PM ET/7:30PM PT
- Venue: Crypto.com Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Wild, with a 51% win probability, will likely beat the Kings on Monday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Wild vs. Kings 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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