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Wild vs. Red Wings prediction: Minnesota favored to win Sunday's NHL matchup [4/5/2026]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get Minnesota Wild vs Detroit Red Wings predictions for NHL Sunday.
The Detroit Red Wings and Minnesota Wild will meet in the NHL at Little Caesars Arena on Sunday, with puck drop at 1:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' advanced NHL model gives the Wild a slight edge with a 53% win probability over the Red Wings.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Sunday's Wild vs. Red Wings matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Wild vs. Red Wings prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Sunday's NHL game between the Wild and Red Wings, forming part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model gives the Wild a 53% chance of defeating the Red Wings.
According to our model, the Red Wings (+1.5) have a 69% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6.5-goal over/under has a 56% chance of staying under.
Wild vs. Red Wings odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Wild | Red Wings |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | -1.5 (+195) | +1.5 (-220) |
| Moneyline | -130 | +115 |
| Total | o6.5 (+105) | u6.5 (-125) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Wild vs. Red Wings 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 | Red Wings +1.5 | -220 |
| Moneyline | Red Wings | +115 |
| Total | Under 6.5 | -125 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 6.5 total goals.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Wild vs. Red Wings player props
Who will score a goal in Wild vs. Red Wings?
According to our model, Kirill Kaprizov is most likely to score an anytime goal in Wild vs. Red Wings.
Our projections give Kaprizov a 39.8% chance of scoring a goal at Little Caesars Arena, while the star is an 8.4% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Minnesota Wild
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kirill Kaprizov | 39.8% |
| Matt Boldy | 29.8% |
| Joel Ek | 24.2% |
| Ryan Hartman | 20.8% |
| Vladimir Tarasenko | 19.3% |
Detroit Red Wings
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Alex DeBrincat | 36.4% |
| Dylan Larkin | 31.7% |
| Lucas Raymond | 27.5% |
| Patrick Kane | 25.0% |
| Marco Kasper | 19.3% |
First goal scorer predictions
Minnesota Wild
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kirill Kaprizov | 8.4% |
| Matt Boldy | 5.9% |
| Joel Ek | 4.7% |
| Vladimir Tarasenko | 3.8% |
| Ryan Hartman | 3.8% |
Detroit Red Wings
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Alex DeBrincat | 7.8% |
| Dylan Larkin | 6.1% |
| Patrick Kane | 5.0% |
| Lucas Raymond | 4.7% |
| Marco Kasper | 3.6% |
Wild vs. Red Wings game-day updates and essential details
Sunday's matchup between the Red Wings and Wild at Little Caesars Arena is scheduled to commence at 1:00 PM ET.
- Who: Minnesota Wild vs. Detroit Red Wings
- Date: Sunday, April 5, 2026
- Time: 1:00 PM ET/10:00AM PT
- Venue: Little Caesars Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Wild, with a 53% win probability, will likely beat the Red Wings on Sunday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Wild vs. Red Wings insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice, head to our responsible gambling hub.
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Nick Slade, with nearly two decades of experience, is the Chief Content Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, overseeing content for Dimers. He specializes in soccer, NBA, and NHL betting, leveraging predictive analytics and machine learning to provide accurate betting insights.
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