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Flyers vs. Wild prediction: Why Minnesota is favored to win Thursday's NHL matchup [3/12/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Philadelphia Flyers vs Minnesota Wild predictions for NHL Thursday.
NHL action continues on Thursday at 8:00 PM ET as the Philadelphia Flyers take on the Minnesota Wild at Grand Casino Arena.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' proven NHL model projects the Wild as the most likely winner of the Flyers vs. Wild game.
This article offers a closer look at Thursday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Flyers vs. Wild prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Thursday's NHL game between the Flyers and Wild 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model gives the Wild a 64% chance of beating the Flyers.
According to our model, the Flyers (+1.5) have a 58% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of six goals has a 51% chance of staying under.
Flyers vs. Wild odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Flyers | Wild |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-130) | -1.5 (+115) |
| Moneyline | +185 | -225 |
| Total | o6 (-102) | u6 (-118) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Flyers 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 | Flyers +1.5 | -130 |
| Moneyline | Flyers | +185 |
| Total | Over 6 | -102 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Flyers +1.5 at the spread.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Flyers vs. Wild player props
Who will score a goal in Flyers vs. Wild?
According to our model, Kirill Kaprizov is most likely to score an anytime goal in Flyers vs. Wild.
Our projections give Kaprizov a 45.5% chance of scoring a goal at Grand Casino Arena, while the star is a 10.2% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Philadelphia Flyers
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Travis Konecny | 33.8% |
| Matvei Michkov | 29.7% |
| Owen Tippett | 28.1% |
| Trevor Zegras | 23.5% |
| Noah Cates | 16.6% |
Minnesota Wild
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kirill Kaprizov | 45.5% |
| Matt Boldy | 31.4% |
| Joel Ek | 27.4% |
| Mats Zuccarello | 23.2% |
| Danila Yurov | 22.3% |
First goal scorer predictions
Philadelphia Flyers
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Travis Konecny | 7.0% |
| Matvei Michkov | 5.2% |
| Owen Tippett | 5.0% |
| Trevor Zegras | 4.3% |
| Alex Bump | 2.9% |
Minnesota Wild
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kirill Kaprizov | 10.2% |
| Matt Boldy | 6.1% |
| Joel Ek | 5.5% |
| Danila Yurov | 4.1% |
| Mats Zuccarello | 4.1% |
Flyers vs. Wild game-day updates and essential details
Thursday's matchup between the Wild and Flyers at Grand Casino Arena is scheduled to commence at 8:00 PM ET.
- Who: Philadelphia Flyers vs. Minnesota Wild
- Date: Thursday, March 12, 2026
- Time: 8:00 PM ET/5:00PM PT
- Venue: Grand Casino Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Wild, with a 64% win probability, will likely beat the Flyers on Thursday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Flyers vs. Wild insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced 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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