The Minnesota Wild will take on the Anaheim Ducks at the Honda Center on Friday, January 2, 2026. The game is set to start at 10:30 PM and will be broadcast on ESPN+. The Wild come into the game with a record of 24-11-7, while the Ducks hold a 21-17-3 record. Both teams are looking to improve their standings in the NHL Regular Season.

Wild vs. Ducks Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: Minnesota Wild MoneyLine: -126. The Wild have a strong record of 24-11-7 this season. They have been performing well in away games, recently winning against the Vegas Golden Knights.
• Over/Under Prediction: Under 6.5 (-113). Both teams have had low-scoring games recently. The Ducks have struggled to score more than three goals in their last few games.

Team Trends

• Minnesota Wild holds a strong away record with a win against the Vegas Golden Knights, 5-2.
• Anaheim Ducks have experienced close home losses, including a 4-5 loss to the San Jose Sharks.
• Minnesota Wild ranks 3rd in both their conference and division.
• Anaheim Ducks secured a narrow home win against the Columbus Blue Jackets, 4-3.
• Minnesota Wild achieved 7 shutout wins this season.

Wild vs Ducks Preview

The Minnesota Wild are set to play against the Anaheim Ducks at the Honda Center. The game will take place on Friday, January 2, 2026, at 10:30 PM. Fans can watch it live on ESPN+. The Wild have a strong record of 24-11-7 this season, while the Ducks are at 21-17-3.

Both teams aim to climb higher in the NHL standings. The Wild have top players like Matt Boldy and Kirill Kaprizov, who have each scored 47 points this season. The Ducks will rely on key players such as Leo Carlsson and Troy Terry to make an impact. It should be an exciting game as both teams bring their best to the ice.

Anaheim Ducks: Key Players and Stats

The Anaheim Ducks have some strong skaters this season. Leo Carlsson leads the team with 42 points, scoring 17 goals and adding 25 assists in 39 games. Cutter Gauthier is also making an impact with 19 goals and 19 assists in 40 games. Troy Terry has been a consistent player for the Ducks. He has 12 goals and 26 assists, totaling 38 points in 40 games. Beckett Sennecke is another player contributing with 12 goals and 18 assists. In goal, Lukas Dostal has played 25 games with 13 wins and 9 losses. He has made 596 saves and allowed 75 goals. Ville Husso and Petr Mrazek have also seen action, each playing 9 games this season.

Wild Skaters and Goalies: A Look at the Standouts

Matt Boldy and Kirill Kaprizov are top players for the Minnesota Wild. Both have scored 25 and 23 goals, respectively, in 41 games. They have also each tallied 47 points for the team. Marcus Johansson adds depth with his 32 points in 39 games. Quinn Hughes is a key defender, providing 27 assists in 35 games. His 42 blocks show his defensive skills. In goal, Filip Gustavsson has been solid with 13 wins in 25 games. He has made 639 saves and allowed 62 goals. Jesper Wallstedt has also performed well, winning 11 games in 16 appearances.

Final Betting Pick

The Minnesota Wild are a strong pick for the money line at -126. They have a solid record of 24-11-7 this season and have been performing well in away games. Their recent win against the Vegas Golden Knights shows their ability to succeed on the road. Key players like Matt Boldy and Kirill Kaprizov have been consistent, each with 47 points this season. This offensive strength adds confidence to the money line pick.

The under 6.5 prediction at -113 is also a good choice. Both teams have shown a trend of low-scoring games recently. The Anaheim Ducks have struggled to score more than three goals in their last few games. The Wild’s defense, ranked 3rd in goals against, can limit scoring opportunities for the Ducks. This makes the under 6.5 a reasonable prediction for this game.

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