The Minnesota Wild will travel to face the Washington Capitals at the Capital One Arena on Friday, October 17, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The Wild have a record of 2-2-0, while the Capitals stand at 3-1-0. Fans can catch the game on ESPN+.

Wild vs. Capitals Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: Minnesota Wild +108. The Wild have shown strong performances away, including a win over the Blues. They have a balanced attack with players like Kirill Kaprizov leading the way.
• Over/Under Prediction: Over 5.5 (-125). Both teams have been scoring well, with the Wild’s recent games often going over this line.

Team Trends

• The Washington Capitals have a strong start with a 3-1 record this season.
• At home, the Capitals recently won against the Tampa Bay Lightning by 1 (3-2).
• The Minnesota Wild’s away record includes a big win against the St. Louis Blues by 5 (5-0).
• Both teams have recorded one shutout win this season.
• Washington Capitals’ head coach is Spencer Carbery, while John Hynes leads the Minnesota Wild.

Wild vs Capitals Preview

The Minnesota Wild are set to take on the Washington Capitals at Capital One Arena. The Wild have started their season with a balanced record of 2-2-0. Kirill Kaprizov has been a key player for the Wild, scoring 4 goals and 5 assists in 4 games.

The Capitals enter the game with a 3-1-0 record. Tom Wilson and Aliaksei Protas have each contributed 5 points in their first 4 games. Fans can watch the game on ESPN+ at 7:00 PM on October 17, 2025.

Washington Capitals: Key Players and Stats

The Washington Capitals have some standout players this season. Tom Wilson, a right winger, has played 4 games with 2 goals and 3 assists. He also has 13 hits and 2 penalty minutes. Aliaksei Protas is another player to watch. As a center, he has scored 3 goals and provided 2 assists in 4 games. Protas has only 1 hit and no penalty minutes, showing strong discipline on the ice. On defense, Jakob Chychrun has contributed with 1 goal and 3 assists. He has also made 5 hits and blocked 1 shot. In goal, Logan Thompson has played 3 games with 2 wins, making 70 saves and allowing 6 goals.

Minnesota Wild: Players to Watch

Kirill Kaprizov is a key player for the Minnesota Wild. He has played 4 games, scoring 4 goals and assisting on 5 others. Kaprizov has also made 2 hits and 2 blocks, with no penalty minutes. Matt Boldy is another important player for the Wild. In 4 games, he has scored 4 goals and added 4 assists. Boldy has 2 hits, 2 blocks, and 2 penalty minutes. On defense, Zeev Buium has made an impact. He has scored 1 goal and provided 4 assists in 4 games. Buium has also recorded 1 hit and 3 blocks, staying disciplined with no penalty minutes.

Final Betting Pick

The Minnesota Wild have shown they can perform well on the road. They had a strong 5-0 win against the St. Louis Blues. Kirill Kaprizov is a key player, with 9 points in just 4 games. This makes the Wild a good pick for the money line at +108.

For the over/under prediction, the line is set at 5.5. Both teams have been scoring frequently. The Wild’s recent games have often gone over this line. With players like Matt Boldy and Kaprizov leading the offense, betting on the over seems like a solid choice.

All odds are courtesy of Action247 Sportsbook. Good luck!!

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