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Wild vs. Golden Knights Prediction: Vegas Predicted to Win Tuesday's NHL Matchup [4/22/2025]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Our expert prediction for Tuesday's Minnesota Wild vs Vegas Golden Knights matchup.
The Vegas Golden Knights and Minnesota Wild will lock horns in the NHL Playoffs at T-Mobile Arena on Tuesday, with puck drop at 11:00PM ET.
Based on the latest simulation results, Dimers' advanced NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) projects the Golden Knights as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Our team has analyzed the latest data and conducted 10,000 simulations for Tuesday's Minnesota-Vegas game," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.
"By incorporating recent updates and various factors, our prediction shows the Golden Knights with a win probability of 66%, compared to 34% for the Wild."
For further insights into Tuesday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Wild vs. Golden Knights predictions page.
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Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Tuesday's NHL Playoffs matchup between the Wild and Golden Knights 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives the Golden Knights a 66% chance of defeating the Wild.
According to our model, the Wild (+1.5) have a 58% chance of covering the puck line, while the 5.5-goal over/under has a 52% chance of going over.
Wild vs. Golden Knights Odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Wild | Golden Knights |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-140) | -1.5 (+120) |
| Moneyline | +200 | -225 |
| Total | o5.5 (-110) | u5.5 (-104) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
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Wild vs. Golden Knights Picks and Best Bets
Our model's strongest edge in today's Wild vs. Golden Knights matchup is on the moneyline.
Our expert predictions, matched against the latest odds, reveal the best NHL picks and NHL best bets for every game throughout the season.
Unlimited access to our complete suite of picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.
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Who will score the first goal in Wild vs. Golden Knights?
According to our model, Minnesota's Kirill Kaprizov is most likely to score the first goal in Wild vs. Golden Knights.
Our projections give Kaprizov a 7.3% chance of scoring the first goal at T-Mobile Arena, while the Wild star is a 36.3% chance of netting an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
Minnesota Wild
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kirill Kaprizov | 7.3% |
| Matt Boldy | 5.9% |
| Joel Ek | 5.2% |
Vegas Golden Knights
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jack Eichel | 7.1% |
| Pavel Dorofeyev | 6.6% |
| Tomas Hertl | 5.1% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
Minnesota Wild
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kirill Kaprizov | 36.3% |
| Matt Boldy | 28.1% |
| Joel Ek | 26.6% |
Vegas Golden Knights
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jack Eichel | 33.8% |
| Pavel Dorofeyev | 32.9% |
| Tomas Hertl | 26.0% |
Wild vs. Golden Knights Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Tuesday's matchup between the Golden Knights and Wild in the Stanley Cup Playoffs is scheduled to commence at 11:00PM ET.
- Who: Minnesota Wild vs. Vegas Golden Knights
- Date: Tuesday, April 22, 2025
- Time: 11:00PM ET/8:00PM PT
- Venue: T-Mobile Arena
The Stanley Cup Playoffs is the National Hockey League's postseason elimination tournament to determine the winner of the Stanley Cup.
Sixteen teams, including the Wild and Golden Knights, reached the 2025 NHL Playoffs, which consists of four rounds: the First Round, Second Round, Conference Finals and Stanley Cup Finals.
Each round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs is played as a best-of-seven series, with the first team to four wins advancing to the next round until a champion is crowned.
Dimers.com's full preview of Tuesday's Wild vs. Golden Knights matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any Minnesota vs. Vegas picks, be sure to check out the latest NHL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
Conclusion
We predict the Golden Knights, with a 66% win probability, will likely beat the Wild on Tuesday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Wild vs. Golden Knights insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn 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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