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Wild vs. Mammoth prediction: Utah favored to win Friday's NHL matchup [2/27/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Minnesota Wild vs Utah Mammoth predictions for NHL Friday.
The Utah Hockey Club and Minnesota Wild will meet in the NHL at Delta Center on Friday, starting at 9:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' advanced NHL model gives the Mammoth a slight edge with a 54% win probability over the Wild.
This article offers a closer look at Friday's Wild vs. Mammoth matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Wild vs. Mammoth prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Friday's NHL game between the Wild and Mammoth 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently gives the Mammoth a 54% chance of defeating the Wild.
According to our model, the Wild (+1.5) have a 68% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6.5-goal over/under has a 55% chance of staying under.
Wild vs. Mammoth odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Wild | Mammoth |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-205) | -1.5 (+185) |
| Moneyline | +120 | -135 |
| Total | o6.5 (-106) | u6.5 (-112) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Wild vs. Mammoth 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 | Wild +1.5 | -205 |
| Moneyline | Wild | +120 |
| Total | Under 6.5 | -112 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 6.5 total goals.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Wild vs. Mammoth player props
Who will score a goal in Wild vs. Mammoth?
According to our model, Kirill Kaprizov is most likely to score an anytime goal in Wild vs. Mammoth.
Our projections give Kaprizov a 39.9% chance of scoring a goal at Delta Center, while the star is an 8.4% chance of registering the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Minnesota Wild
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kirill Kaprizov | 39.9% |
| Matt Boldy | 35.4% |
| Joel Ek | 28.3% |
| Mats Zuccarello | 21.9% |
| Danila Yurov | 20.9% |
Utah Mammoth
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Dylan Guenther | 33.6% |
| Clayton Keller | 32.3% |
| Nick Schmaltz | 26.7% |
| Logan Cooley | 25.9% |
| Lawson Crouse | 19.3% |
First goal scorer predictions
Minnesota Wild
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kirill Kaprizov | 8.4% |
| Matt Boldy | 7.4% |
| Joel Ek | 5.8% |
| Mats Zuccarello | 3.8% |
| Danila Yurov | 3.7% |
Utah Mammoth
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Dylan Guenther | 6.5% |
| Clayton Keller | 6.3% |
| Nick Schmaltz | 4.9% |
| Logan Cooley | 4.5% |
| Lawson Crouse | 3.8% |
Wild vs. Mammoth game-day updates and essential details
Friday's action between the Mammoth and Wild at Delta Center is scheduled to begin at 9:00 PM ET.
- Who: Minnesota Wild vs. Utah Hockey Club
- Date: Friday, February 27, 2026
- Time: 9:00 PM ET/6:00PM PT
- Venue: Delta Center
Conclusion
We predict Mammoth, with a 54% win probability, will likely beat the Wild on Friday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Wild vs. Mammoth 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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