Welcome back to another NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word on Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out. For this edition, we will look at the Chicago Blackhawks hosting the Vegas Golden Knights. Don’t forget to check out more NHL Predictions, as our writers continue this series throughout the 2025-26 season.
NHL Predictions
Minnesota Wild vs Edmonton Oilers
2024-25 Season Series: Wild 1-2 Oilers
U.S. TV: Fan Duel Sports North; Fan Duel Sports Wisconsin; ESPN+
Canada TV: SN1
Time: 9 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST)
We open up NHL predictions with the Minnesota Wild taking on the Edmonton Oilers. Minnesota will start Jesper Wallstedt in goal for this game. The Wild are 8-0-2 in the last 10 games, with the only setbacks coming via overtime or a shootout. Kirill Kaprizov leads the team in goals (17) and points (31). He’s also tied wth Matt Boldy for the lead in assists with 14.
The embattled Stuart Skinner is the projected starter for the Oilers, who are 5-4-1 in the last 10 games. However, always check social media before locking in a daily fantasy starter. Edmonton has dropped four out of its last six games despite the win over the Seattle Kraken last time out. Connor McDavid is first on the team in assists (25) and points (36), and Leon Draisaitl is tops in goals with 15.
Both teams are looking for a win. However, the Wild should get the bounce-back victory.
Prediction: Wild win 4-3.
