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Rangers vs. Wild prediction: Why Minnesota is favored to win Saturday's NHL matchup [3/14/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get NY Rangers vs Minnesota Wild predictions for NHL Saturday.
The Minnesota Wild will face the NY Rangers in NHL action at Grand Casino Arena on Saturday, beginning at 6:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' advanced NHL model predicts the Wild as the most likely winner of the Rangers vs. Wild game.
This article offers a closer look at Saturday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Rangers vs. Wild prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Saturday's NHL matchup between the Rangers and Wild 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model gives the Wild a 61% chance of defeating the Rangers.
According to our model, the Rangers (+1.5) have a 61% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6-goal over/under has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Rangers vs. Wild odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Rangers | Wild |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-145) | -1.5 (+130) |
| Moneyline | +165 | -196 |
| Total | o6 (-120) | u6 (+100) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Rangers vs. Wild picks and best bet
After matching our probabilities 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 | Rangers +1.5 | -145 |
| Moneyline | Rangers | +165 |
| Total | Under 6 | +100 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Rangers +1.5 at the spread.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Rangers vs. Wild player props
Who will score a goal in Rangers vs. Wild?
According to our model, Kirill Kaprizov is most likely to score an anytime goal in Rangers vs. Wild.
Our projections give Kaprizov a 45.4% chance of scoring a goal at Grand Casino Arena, while the star is a 9.5% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
NY Rangers
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Alexis Lafreniere | 28.7% |
| Mika Zibanejad | 27.1% |
| J.T. Miller | 24.0% |
| Will Cuylle | 23.7% |
| Vincent Trocheck | 20.6% |
Minnesota Wild
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kirill Kaprizov | 45.4% |
| Matt Boldy | 33.8% |
| Joel Ek | 26.4% |
| Mats Zuccarello | 23.0% |
| Danila Yurov | 19.6% |
First goal scorer predictions
NY Rangers
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Alexis Lafreniere | 5.1% |
| Mika Zibanejad | 5.1% |
| J.T. Miller | 4.6% |
| Vincent Trocheck | 4.1% |
| Will Cuylle | 4.1% |
Minnesota Wild
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kirill Kaprizov | 9.5% |
| Matt Boldy | 6.0% |
| Joel Ek | 5.3% |
| Mats Zuccarello | 4.1% |
| Vladimir Tarasenko | 4.0% |
Rangers vs. Wild game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's action between the Wild and Rangers at Grand Casino Arena is scheduled to begin at 6:00 PM ET.
- Who: NY Rangers vs. Minnesota Wild
- Date: Saturday, March 14, 2026
- Time: 6:00 PM ET/3:00PM PT
- Venue: Grand Casino Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Wild, with a 61% win probability, will likely beat the Rangers on Saturday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Rangers 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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