
The Utah Hockey Club (20-19-7) are set to face off against the Minnesota Wild (28-15-4) tonight at the Xcel Energy Center in Saint Paul. Puck drop is scheduled for 8:00 p.m. ET, and fans can catch all the action on HULU and ESPN+.
The Wild enter this matchup as the clear favorites, with a moneyline of -155. The over/under for total goals scored is set at 5.5. Minnesota boasts a strong home record and has been playing well lately, led by the dynamic duo of Kirill Kaprizov and Mats Zuccarello. However, the Utah Hockey Club has proven to be a feisty opponent, and their young core of talent, featuring Clayton Keller and Logan Cooley, can be dangerous on any given night.
One key factor to watch in this game will be the special teams battle. The Wild have a potent power play, while the Utah Hockey Club has struggled at times to contain opponents’ man advantages. If the Wild can capitalize on their opportunities with the extra man, it could be a long night for the visitors.
On the injury front, both teams are dealing with some key absences. The Utah Hockey Club will be without Mikhail Sergachev and Dylan Guenther, while the Wild will be missing Jonas Brodin and Marcus Johansson. These injuries could create opportunities for other players to step up and make an impact.
Prediction:
This game has the potential to be a close contest, but I ultimately see the Wild coming out on top. Their superior depth and home-ice advantage should give them the edge. I predict a 4-2 victory for the Minnesota Wild.
Final Score: Minnesota Wild 4, Utah Hockey Club 2
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