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Devils vs. Wild prediction: Why Minnesota is favored to win Monday's NHL matchup [1/12/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get New Jersey Devils vs Minnesota Wild predictions for NHL Monday.
The Minnesota Wild will take on the New Jersey Devils in NHL action at Grand Casino Arena on Monday, starting at 8:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' proven NHL model projects the Wild as the most likely winner of the Devils vs. Wild game.
This article offers a closer look at Monday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Devils vs. Wild prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Monday's NHL game between the Devils and Wild 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model gives the Wild a 60% chance of beating the Devils.
According to our model, the Devils (+1.5) have a 62% chance of covering the puck line, while the 5.5-goal over/under has a 54% chance of going over.
Devils vs. Wild odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Devils | Wild |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-170) | -1.5 (+145) |
| Moneyline | +145 | -170 |
| Total | o5.5 (-135) | u5.5 (+114) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Devils 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 | Devils +1.5 | -170 |
| Moneyline | Devils | +145 |
| Total | Under 5.5 | +114 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Devils to win.
Devils vs. Wild player props
Who will score a goal in Devils vs. Wild?
According to our model, Kirill Kaprizov is most likely to score an anytime goal in Devils vs. Wild.
Our projections give Kaprizov a 48.2% chance of scoring a goal at Grand Casino Arena, while the star is a 10.9% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
New Jersey Devils
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Nico Hischier | 31.9% |
| Jack Hughes | 29.9% |
| Timo Meier | 25.1% |
| Jesper Bratt | 23.2% |
| Arseny Gritsyuk | 18.4% |
Minnesota Wild
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kirill Kaprizov | 48.2% |
| Matt Boldy | 37.6% |
| Danila Yurov | 22.2% |
| Mats Zuccarello | 22.0% |
| Ryan Hartman | 20.5% |
First goal scorer predictions
New Jersey Devils
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jack Hughes | 5.8% |
| Nico Hischier | 5.8% |
| Timo Meier | 5.0% |
| Jesper Bratt | 4.7% |
| Arseny Gritsyuk | 3.6% |
Minnesota Wild
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kirill Kaprizov | 10.9% |
| Matt Boldy | 7.6% |
| Mats Zuccarello | 4.1% |
| Ryan Hartman | 4.0% |
| Danila Yurov | 3.7% |
Devils vs. Wild game-day updates and essential details
Monday's action between the Wild and Devils at Grand Casino Arena is scheduled to start at 8:00 PM ET.
- Who: New Jersey Devils vs. Minnesota Wild
- Date: Monday, January 12, 2026
- Time: 8:00 PM ET/5:00PM PT
- Venue: Grand Casino Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Wild, with a 60% win probability, will likely beat the Devils on Monday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Devils vs. Wild insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from 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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