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Sharks vs. Wild Prediction: Minnesota Predicted to Win Wednesday's NHL Matchup [4/9/2025]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Our expert prediction for Wednesday's San Jose Sharks vs Minnesota Wild matchup.
The Minnesota Wild will take on the San Jose Sharks in NHL action at Xcel Energy Center on Wednesday, starting at 8:00PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' advanced NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) projects the Wild as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Our team has simulated the outcome of Wednesday's San Jose-Minnesota game 10,000 times," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.
"With the latest updates and numerous other variables, we estimate the Wild's chance of winning at 70%, with the Sharks at 30%."
For expanded analysis of Wednesday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Sharks vs. Wild predictions page.
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Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Wednesday's NHL game between the Sharks and Wild 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model gives the Wild a 70% chance of beating the Sharks.
According to our model, the Sharks (+1.5) have a 52% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of 5.5 goals has a 54% chance of going over.
Pre-Game Probabilities
Last Updated: 10:15PM, Apr 9
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Sharks vs. Wild Odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Sharks | Wild |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (+114) | -1.5 (-130) |
| Moneyline | +275 | -325 |
| Total | o5.5 (-125) | u5.5 (+105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
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Sharks vs. Wild Picks and Best Bets
Our model's biggest edge in today's Sharks vs. Wild matchup is on the total.
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 full set of picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.
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Who will score the first goal in Sharks vs. Wild?
According to our model, Minnesota's Matt Boldy is most likely to score the first goal in Sharks vs. Wild.
Our projections give Boldy an 8.9% chance of scoring the first goal at Xcel Energy Center, while the Wild star is a 39.6% chance of netting an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
San Jose Sharks
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Will Smith | 7.2% |
| Macklin Celebrini | 6.8% |
| William Eklund | 5.4% |
Minnesota Wild
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Matt Boldy | 8.9% |
| Marco Rossi | 5.9% |
| Mats Zuccarello | 5.3% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
San Jose Sharks
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Will Smith | 34.6% |
| Macklin Celebrini | 31.5% |
| William Eklund | 26.5% |
Minnesota Wild
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Matt Boldy | 39.6% |
| Marco Rossi | 29.2% |
| Mats Zuccarello | 27.9% |
Sharks vs. Wild Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Wednesday's game between the Wild and Sharks at Xcel Energy Center is scheduled to commence at 8:00PM ET.
- Who: San Jose Sharks vs. Minnesota Wild
- Date: Wednesday, April 9, 2025
- Time: 8:00PM ET/5:00PM PT
- Venue: Xcel Energy Center
Dimers.com's comprehensive preview of Wednesday's Sharks vs. Wild matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any San Jose vs. Minnesota picks, be sure to check out the latest NHL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
Conclusion
We predict the Wild, with a 70% win probability, will likely beat the Sharks on Wednesday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Sharks vs. Wild insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on 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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