Wild vs. Jets prediction: Why Minnesota is favored to win Tuesday's NHL matchup [10/13/2026]

Using innovative machine learning and data analysis, we have re-simulated the result of Tuesday's NHL matchup between the Wild and Jets, forming part of our NHL predictions coverage.

Our leading predictive model gives the Wild a 52.7% chance of defeating the Jets. According to our model, the Jets (+1.5) have a 68.5% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of six goals has a 50.6% chance of staying under.

Latest betting odds

We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

• Puck Line: Wild -1.5 (+220) / Jets +1.5 (-250)
• Moneyline: Wild -105, Jets -105
• Total: Over/Under 6 (-116/+100)

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Model picks and best bet

After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets in this matchup. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:

• Puck line: Wild -1.5 @ +220 via Fanatics
• Moneyline: Wild @ -105 via ESPN BET
• Total: Under 6 @ +100 via BetMGM

According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Wild to win.

These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the current available odds.

Wild vs. Jets player props

Who will score a goal in Wild vs. Jets?

According to our model, Kirill Kaprizov is most likely to score an anytime goal in Wild vs. Jets.

Our projections give Kaprizov a 49.2% chance of scoring a goal at Canada Life Centre, while the star is an 11.3% chance of netting the first goal the game.

Anytime goal scorer predictions

Minnesota Wild

• Kirill Kaprizov: 49.2% probability
• Matt Boldy: 42.2% probability
• Joel Ek: 24.4% probability
• Blake Coleman: 22.7% probability
• Ryan Hartman: 21.2% probability

Winnipeg Jets

• Kyle Connor: 40.7% probability
• Mark Scheifele: 34.9% probability
• Gabriel Vilardi: 26.7% probability
• Cole Perfetti: 24.1% probability
• Morgan Barron: 16.9% probability

First goal scorer predictions

Minnesota Wild

• Kirill Kaprizov: 11.3% probability
• Matt Boldy: 8.7% probability
• Joel Ek: 4.4% probability
• Blake Coleman: 4.3% probability
• Ryan Hartman: 4.0% probability

Winnipeg Jets

• Kyle Connor: 9.3% probability
• Mark Scheifele: 7.3% probability
• Gabriel Vilardi: 5.0% probability
• Cole Perfetti: 4.3% probability
• Morgan Barron: 3.4% probability

Game info & puck drop details

Tuesday's matchup between the Jets and Wild at Canada Life Centre is scheduled to start at 8:15 PM ET.

• Who: Minnesota Wild vs. Winnipeg Jets
• Date: Tuesday, October 13, 2026
• Time: 8:15 PM ET/5:15PM PT
• Venue: Canada Life Centre

Conclusion

We predict the Wild, with a 52.7% win probability, will likely beat the Jets in Tuesday's NHL matchup.

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This article's predictions and probabilities are generated by Dimers' proprietary NHL prediction model. Our editorial team reviews the resulting content for accuracy and presentation before publication.