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Canadiens vs. Wild prediction: Why Minnesota is favored to win Monday's NHL matchup [2/2/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Montreal Canadiens vs Minnesota Wild predictions for NHL Monday.
The Minnesota Wild will take on the Montreal Canadiens in NHL action at Grand Casino Arena on Monday, commencing at 7:30 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' advanced NHL model projects the Wild as the most likely winner of the Canadiens vs. Wild game.
This article offers a closer look at Monday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Habs vs. Wild prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Monday's NHL matchup between the Canadiens and Wild 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently gives the Wild a 55% chance of defeating the Canadiens.
According to our model, the Canadiens (+1.5) have a 67% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6.5-goal over/under has a 54% chance of staying under.
Canadiens vs. Wild odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Canadiens | Wild |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-218) | -1.5 (+185) |
| Moneyline | +110 | -126 |
| Total | o6.5 (-110) | u6.5 (-105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Canadiens 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 | +185 |
| Moneyline | Wild | -126 |
| Total | Under 6.5 | -105 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 6.5 total goals.
Canadiens vs. Wild player props
Who will score a goal in Canadiens vs. Wild?
According to our model, Kirill Kaprizov is most likely to score an anytime goal in Canadiens vs. Wild.
Our projections give Kaprizov a 40.4% chance of scoring a goal at Grand Casino Arena, while the star is an 8.0% chance of registering the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Montreal Canadiens
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Cole Caufield | 37.1% |
| Nick Suzuki | 26.4% |
| Ivan Demidov | 25.5% |
| Juraj Slafkovsky | 23.8% |
| Oliver Kapanen | 22.2% |
Minnesota Wild
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kirill Kaprizov | 40.4% |
| Matt Boldy | 31.2% |
| Joel Ek | 26.8% |
| Mats Zuccarello | 23.5% |
| Ryan Hartman | 23.0% |
First goal scorer predictions
Montreal Canadiens
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Cole Caufield | 7.4% |
| Ivan Demidov | 4.9% |
| Nick Suzuki | 4.8% |
| Juraj Slafkovsky | 4.7% |
| Oliver Kapanen | 4.0% |
Minnesota Wild
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kirill Kaprizov | 8.0% |
| Matt Boldy | 6.4% |
| Joel Ek | 5.0% |
| Ryan Hartman | 4.4% |
| Mats Zuccarello | 3.8% |
Habs vs. Wild game-day updates and essential details
Monday's game between the Wild and Canadiens at Grand Casino Arena is scheduled to start at 7:30 PM ET.
- Who: Montreal Canadiens vs. Minnesota Wild
- Date: Monday, February 2, 2026
- Time: 7:30 PM ET/4:30PM PT
- Venue: Grand Casino Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Wild, with a 55% win probability, will likely beat the Canadiens on Monday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Canadiens vs. Wild insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from the latest 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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