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Blackhawks vs. Wild prediction: Why Minnesota is favored to win Thursday's NHL matchup [3/19/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Chicago Blackhawks vs Minnesota Wild predictions for NHL Thursday.
NHL action continues on Thursday at 7:30 PM ET as the Chicago Blackhawks square off with the Minnesota Wild at Grand Casino Arena.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' advanced NHL model projects the Wild as the most likely winner of the Blackhawks vs. Wild game.
This article offers a closer look at Thursday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Hawks vs. Wild prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Thursday's NHL matchup between the Blackhawks and Wild 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives the Wild a 63% chance of beating the Blackhawks.
According to our model, the Blackhawks (+1.5) have a 59% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of 5.5 goals has a 54% chance of going over.
Blackhawks vs. Wild odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Blackhawks | Wild |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-155) | -1.5 (+136) |
| Moneyline | +164 | -184 |
| Total | o5.5 (-134) | u5.5 (+114) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Blackhawks vs. Wild picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available 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 | Wild -1.5 | +136 |
| Moneyline | Blackhawks | +164 |
| Total | Under 5.5 | +114 |
According to our best NHL bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 5.5 total goals.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Blackhawks vs. Wild player props
Who will score a goal in Blackhawks vs. Wild?
According to our model, Matt Boldy is most likely to score an anytime goal in Blackhawks vs. Wild.
Our projections give Boldy a 44.2% chance of scoring a goal at Grand Casino Arena, while the star is a 10.3% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Chicago Blackhawks
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Connor Bedard | 30.3% |
| Frank Nazar | 27.2% |
| Ilya Mikheyev | 23.8% |
| Ryan Donato | 23.6% |
| Tyler Bertuzzi | 21.9% |
Minnesota Wild
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Matt Boldy | 44.2% |
| Mats Zuccarello | 29.1% |
| Vladimir Tarasenko | 27.1% |
| Quinn Hughes | 24.6% |
| Danila Yurov | 24.0% |
First goal scorer predictions
Chicago Blackhawks
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Connor Bedard | 6.3% |
| Frank Nazar | 5.4% |
| Ilya Mikheyev | 4.6% |
| Ryan Donato | 4.0% |
| Tyler Bertuzzi | 3.7% |
Minnesota Wild
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Matt Boldy | 10.3% |
| Mats Zuccarello | 6.4% |
| Vladimir Tarasenko | 5.1% |
| Danila Yurov | 4.0% |
| Quinn Hughes | 4.0% |
Hawks vs. Wild game-day updates and essential details
Thursday's matchup between the Wild and Blackhawks at Grand Casino Arena is scheduled to begin at 7:30 PM ET.
- Who: Chicago Blackhawks vs. Minnesota Wild
- Date: Thursday, March 19, 2026
- Time: 7:30 PM ET/4:30PM PT
- Venue: Grand Casino Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Wild, with a 63% win probability, will likely beat the Blackhawks on Thursday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Blackhawks 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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