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Jets vs. Wild prediction: Why Minnesota is favored to win Thursday's NHL matchup [1/15/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Winnipeg Jets vs Minnesota Wild predictions for NHL Thursday.
The Minnesota Wild and Winnipeg Jets are scheduled to meet in the NHL at Grand Casino Arena on Thursday, with puck drop at 8:00 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulation results, Dimers' proven NHL model gives the Wild a slight edge with a 54% win probability over the Jets.
This article offers a closer look at Thursday's Jets vs. Wild matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Jets vs. Wild prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Thursday's NHL game between the Jets and Wild 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently gives the Wild a 54% chance of defeating the Jets.
According to our model, the Jets (+1.5) have a 68% chance of covering the puck line, while the 5.5-goal over/under has a 55% chance of going over.
Jets vs. Wild odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Jets | Wild |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-218) | -1.5 (+186) |
| Moneyline | +114 | -134 |
| Total | o5.5 (-118) | u5.5 (+100) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Jets vs. Wild picks and best bet
After matching our probabilities 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 | Jets +1.5 | -218 |
| Moneyline | Jets | +114 |
| Total | Over 5.5 | -118 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Over 5.5 total goals.
Jets vs. Wild player props
Who will score a goal in Jets vs. Wild?
According to our model, Kirill Kaprizov is most likely to score an anytime goal in Jets vs. Wild.
Our projections give Kaprizov a 44.5% 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
Winnipeg Jets
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kyle Connor | 36.0% |
| Mark Scheifele | 32.2% |
| Gabriel Vilardi | 28.7% |
| Jonathan Toews | 17.0% |
| Cole Perfetti | 16.9% |
Minnesota Wild
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kirill Kaprizov | 44.5% |
| Matt Boldy | 35.4% |
| Ryan Hartman | 22.1% |
| Danila Yurov | 21.7% |
| Mats Zuccarello | 20.4% |
First goal scorer predictions
Winnipeg Jets
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kyle Connor | 7.5% |
| Mark Scheifele | 6.8% |
| Gabriel Vilardi | 5.8% |
| Jonathan Toews | 3.3% |
| Alex Iafallo | 3.0% |
Minnesota Wild
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kirill Kaprizov | 10.3% |
| Matt Boldy | 7.1% |
| Danila Yurov | 4.1% |
| Ryan Hartman | 4.1% |
| Mats Zuccarello | 3.7% |
Jets vs. Wild game-day updates and essential details
Thursday's matchup between the Wild and Jets at Grand Casino Arena is scheduled to begin at 8:00 PM ET.
- Who: Winnipeg Jets vs. Minnesota Wild
- Date: Thursday, January 15, 2026
- Time: 8:00 PM ET/5:00PM PT
- Venue: Grand Casino Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Wild, with a 54% win probability, will likely beat the Jets on Thursday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Jets vs. Wild insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced 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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