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Kings vs. Wild Prediction: Los Angeles Predicted to Win Monday's NHL Matchup [3/17/2025]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Our expert prediction for Monday's Los Angeles Kings vs Minnesota Wild matchup.
The Minnesota Wild and Los Angeles Kings will meet in the NHL at Xcel Energy Center on Monday, starting at 8:00PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' proven NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) projects the Kings as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Our team has utilized the latest data to simulate Monday's Los Angeles-Minnesota game 10,000 times," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.
"Incorporating recent updates and thousands of additional inputs, our prediction shows the Kings are likely to win, with a probability of 56%, compared to the Wild's 44%."
For expanded analysis of Monday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Kings vs. Wild predictions page.
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Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Monday's NHL matchup between the Kings and Wild 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model gives the Kings a 56% chance of beating the Wild.
According to our model, the Wild (+1.5) have a 67% chance of covering the puck line, while the 5.5-goal over/under has a 54% chance of staying under.
Pre-Game Probabilities
Last Updated: 11:15PM, Mar 17
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Kings vs. Wild Odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Kings | Wild |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | -1.5 (+170) | +1.5 (-205) |
| Moneyline | -150 | +134 |
| Total | o5.5 (+120) | u5.5 (-135) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
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Kings vs. Wild Picks and Best Bets
Our model's biggest edge in today's Kings vs. Wild matchup is on the moneyline.
Our expert predictions, matched against the best odds, reveal the best NHL picks for every game throughout the season.
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Who will score an anytime goal in Kings vs. Wild?
According to our model, Minnesota's Matt Boldy is most likely to score the first goal in Kings vs. Wild.
Our projections give Boldy a 7.1% chance of scoring the first goal at Xcel Energy Center, while the Wild star is a 32.9% chance of registering an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
Los Angeles Kings
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Andrei Kuzmenko | 7.0% |
| Kevin Fiala | 5.8% |
| Warren Foegele | 4.7% |
Minnesota Wild
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Matt Boldy | 7.1% |
| Marco Rossi | 5.1% |
| Frederick Gaudreau | 4.0% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
Los Angeles Kings
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Andrei Kuzmenko | 32.9% |
| Kevin Fiala | 25.9% |
| Adrian Kempe | 25.0% |
Minnesota Wild
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Matt Boldy | 32.9% |
| Marco Rossi | 25.3% |
| Mats Zuccarello | 21.0% |
Kings vs. Wild Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Monday's matchup between the Wild and Kings at Xcel Energy Center is scheduled to begin at 8:00PM ET.
- Who: Los Angeles Kings vs. Minnesota Wild
- Date: Monday, March 17, 2025
- Time: 8:00PM ET/5:00PM PT
- Venue: Xcel Energy Center
Dimers.com's full preview of Monday's Kings vs. Wild matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any Los Angeles vs. Minnesota picks, be sure to check out the latest NHL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
Conclusion
We predict the Kings, with a 56% win probability, will likely beat the Wild on Monday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Kings vs. Wild insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn 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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