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Wild vs. Predators prediction: Minnesota favored to win Wednesday's NHL matchup [2/4/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Minnesota Wild vs Nashville Predators predictions for NHL Wednesday.
The Nashville Predators will square off with the Minnesota Wild, in what is expected to be a close NHL game, at Bridgestone Arena on Wednesday, commencing at 8:00 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' proven NHL model gives the Wild a slight edge with a 54% win probability over the Predators.
This article offers a closer look at Wednesday's Wild vs. Predators matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Wild vs. Predators prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Wednesday's NHL game between the Wild and Predators 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model gives the Wild a 54% chance of defeating the Predators.
According to our model, the Predators (+1.5) have a 68% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of 6.5 goals has a 52% chance of staying under.
Wild vs. Predators odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Wild | Predators |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | -1.5 (+190) | +1.5 (-220) |
| Moneyline | -125 | +110 |
| Total | o6.5 (-122) | u6.5 (+106) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Wild vs. Predators 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 | Predators +1.5 | -220 |
| Moneyline | Predators | +110 |
| Total | Under 6.5 | +106 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 6.5 total goals.
Wild vs. Predators player props
Who will score a goal in Wild vs. Predators?
According to our model, Kirill Kaprizov is most likely to score an anytime goal in Wild vs. Predators.
Our projections give Kaprizov a 42.9% chance of scoring a goal at Bridgestone Arena, while the star is a 9.3% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Minnesota Wild
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kirill Kaprizov | 42.9% |
| Matt Boldy | 29.0% |
| Joel Ek | 27.8% |
| Ryan Hartman | 22.3% |
| Mats Zuccarello | 22.0% |
Nashville Predators
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Filip Forsberg | 34.8% |
| Steven Stamkos | 34.3% |
| Ryan O'Reilly | 26.8% |
| Jonathan Marchessault | 26.2% |
| Roman Josi | 22.8% |
First goal scorer predictions
Minnesota Wild
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kirill Kaprizov | 9.3% |
| Matt Boldy | 5.8% |
| Joel Ek | 5.2% |
| Ryan Hartman | 4.2% |
| Mats Zuccarello | 4.0% |
Nashville Predators
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Filip Forsberg | 7.0% |
| Steven Stamkos | 6.5% |
| Ryan O'Reilly | 5.1% |
| Jonathan Marchessault | 4.6% |
| Roman Josi | 4.3% |
Wild vs. Predators game-day updates and essential details
Wednesday's action between the Predators and Wild at Bridgestone Arena is scheduled to begin at 8:00 PM ET.
- Who: Minnesota Wild vs. Nashville Predators
- Date: Wednesday, February 4, 2026
- Time: 8:00 PM ET/5:00PM PT
- Venue: Bridgestone Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Wild, with a 54% win probability, will likely beat the Predators on Wednesday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Wild vs. Predators 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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