The Minnesota Wild are set to play against the Los Angeles Kings on Saturday, January 3, 2026. The game will take place at the Crypto.com Arena and start at 9:00 PM. Fans can catch the action on ESPN+ as the Wild, with a record of 25-11-7, face the Kings, who are 16-14-9 this season.

Wild vs. Kings Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: Minnesota Wild +112. The Wild have a strong away record this season, with a 25-11-7 record overall. They recently won against the Ducks and Golden Knights, showing good form on the road.
• Over/Under Prediction: Over 5.5 (-124). Both teams have shown the ability to score, with the Wild scoring 5 goals in two of their last three games and the Kings scoring 6 against the Ducks recently.

Team Trends

• Minnesota Wild have a strong away record with 25 wins this season.
• Los Angeles Kings have struggled at home, losing their last game against Tampa Bay Lightning by 2 (3 – 5).
• Minnesota Wild are ranked 3rd in the Western Central Division.
• Los Angeles Kings have only achieved 3 shutout wins this season.
• Minnesota Wild’s recent away win against Anaheim Ducks ended with a score of 5 – 2.

Wild vs Kings Preview

The Minnesota Wild will visit the Los Angeles Kings for an NHL regular season game on Saturday, January 3, 2026. This game will be held at the Crypto.com Arena, starting at 9:00 PM. Fans can watch the game on ESPN+ to see how these teams match up.

The Wild have a record of 25-11-7, while the Kings stand at 16-14-9. Minnesota’s top players, like Kirill Kaprizov and Matt Boldy, have been strong this season. The Kings will look to Adrian Kempe and Kevin Fiala to lead their efforts. Both teams will aim to secure a win in this exciting encounter.

Los Angeles Kings: Key Players and Stats

Adrian Kempe is a top player for the Los Angeles Kings. He has played 39 games and has 32 points with 13 goals and 19 assists. His physical play is evident with 82 hits and 25 blocks. Kevin Fiala has also been strong for the Kings. He has 27 points in 39 games, with 14 goals and 13 assists. Fiala contributes with 20 hits and 15 blocks. In goal, Darcy Kuemper has been a key player. He has played 24 games with 10 wins and 558 saves. Anton Forsberg has also been reliable, with 363 saves in 15 games.

Minnesota Wild: Key Players and Insights

Kirill Kaprizov is a top player for the Minnesota Wild. In 42 games, he has 48 points with 24 goals and 24 assists. Kaprizov has also made 21 hits and blocked 18 shots. Matt Boldy is another important player for the Wild. He has played 42 games, scoring 25 goals and 22 assists for 47 points. Boldy is active on the ice with 28 hits and 30 blocks. Quinn Hughes is a strong defender for the Wild. In 36 games, he has 34 points with 3 goals and 31 assists. Hughes has blocked 43 shots, making him a key part of the defense.

Final Betting Pick

The Minnesota Wild have been strong on the road this season, with a 25-11-7 record. They recently defeated the Ducks and Golden Knights, scoring 5 goals in each game. This shows they can perform well away from home, making the +112 money line a good pick.

For the over/under prediction, the Wild and Kings have both shown they can score. The Wild scored 5 goals in two of their last three games. The Kings scored 6 goals against the Ducks recently. With both teams having strong offensive performances, betting on over 5.5 goals seems like a solid choice.

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