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Blues vs. Wild prediction: Why Minnesota is favored to win Sunday's NHL matchup [3/1/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get St. Louis Blues vs Minnesota Wild predictions for NHL Sunday.
The Minnesota Wild and St. Louis Blues are scheduled to meet in the NHL at Grand Casino Arena on Sunday, starting at 5:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' advanced NHL model predicts the Wild as the most likely winner of the Blues vs. Wild game.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Sunday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Blues vs. Wild prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the result of Sunday's NHL matchup between the Blues and Wild 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model gives the Wild a 63% chance of defeating the Blues.
According to our model, the Blues (+1.5) have a 59% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6.5-goal over/under has a 54% chance of staying under.
Blues vs. Wild odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Blues | Wild |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-125) | -1.5 (+110) |
| Moneyline | +190 | -225 |
| Total | o6.5 (-108) | u6.5 (-108) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Blues vs. Wild 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 | Blues +1.5 | -125 |
| Moneyline | Blues | +190 |
| Total | Under 6.5 | -108 |
According to our best NHL bets, the top play to make on this game is Blues +1.5 at the spread.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Blues vs. Wild player props
Who will score a goal in Blues vs. Wild?
According to our model, Kirill Kaprizov is most likely to score an anytime goal in Blues vs. Wild.
Our projections give Kaprizov a 45.2% chance of scoring a goal at Grand Casino Arena, while the star is a 10.7% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
St. Louis Blues
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Dylan Holloway | 32.1% |
| Jordan Kyrou | 27.7% |
| Robert Thomas | 23.9% |
| Jake Neighbours | 20.7% |
| Pavel Buchnevich | 20.5% |
Minnesota Wild
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kirill Kaprizov | 45.2% |
| Matt Boldy | 38.9% |
| Joel Ek | 25.8% |
| Mats Zuccarello | 23.9% |
| Danila Yurov | 23.3% |
First goal scorer predictions
St. Louis Blues
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Dylan Holloway | 5.7% |
| Jordan Kyrou | 5.0% |
| Robert Thomas | 4.8% |
| Pavel Buchnevich | 3.5% |
| Jake Neighbours | 3.5% |
Minnesota Wild
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kirill Kaprizov | 10.7% |
| Matt Boldy | 8.5% |
| Joel Ek | 4.4% |
| Mats Zuccarello | 4.2% |
| Danila Yurov | 3.9% |
Blues vs. Wild game-day updates and essential details
Sunday's matchup between the Wild and Blues at Grand Casino Arena is scheduled to begin at 5:00 PM ET.
- Who: St. Louis Blues vs. Minnesota Wild
- Date: Sunday, March 1, 2026
- Time: 5:00 PM ET/2:00PM PT
- Venue: Grand Casino Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Wild, with a 63% win probability, will likely beat the Blues on Sunday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Blues vs. Wild 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 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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