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Minnesota Wild vs. Vegas Golden Knights: Preview, Predictions and Picks for April 20, 2025

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Apr 22, 2025 1:46 AM
As the NHL playoffs get underway, the Minnesota Wild and Vegas Golden Knights are set to face off in Game 1 of their West 1st Round series on Sunday, April 20, 2025, at 10:00 PM at T-Mobile Arena. Both teams are entering the postseason in strong health, with key players Mark Stone and Tomas Hertl recovering from injuries and finding their groove at the right time. Expect a fierce battle between two of the league's top contenders as they vie for a crucial early lead in the series.
Minnesota Wild vs Vegas Golden Knights

Current Odds

MIN
VGK
Over
5.5
-105
Under
5.5
-103
MIN
+1.5
-130
VGK
-3.5
+488
MIN
ML
+203
VGK
ML
-215

Wild vs Golden Knights statistics

Stat Wild Golden Knights
Goals For per Game 2.74 3.34
Goals Against Average 2.88 2.61
Shots per Game 27.6 30.2
Shots Against per Game 29.6 26.1
Power Play Goals 43 53
Power Play Goals Against 56 41
Short Handed Goals 4 6
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 612 463
Power Play Percentage 20.9 28.3
Penalty Kill Percentage 72.4 75.7

Vegas Golden Knights recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
4/16/25 @ Vancouver Canucks W 4-1
4/15/25 @ Calgary Flames L 5-4 SO
4/12/25 vs Nashville Predators W 5-3
4/10/25 vs Seattle Kraken W 2-1
4/8/25 @ Colorado Avalanche L 3-2 SO

Minnesota Wild recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
4/15/25 vs Anaheim Ducks W 3-2 OT
4/12/25 @ Vancouver Canucks W 3-2 OT
4/11/25 @ Calgary Flames L 4-2
4/9/25 vs San Jose Sharks W 8-7 OT
4/6/25 vs Dallas Stars W 3-2 OT

Minnesota Wild injuries

  • Troy Grosenick (G): Injured Reserve

Wild vs Golden Knights game info

Type Info
Venue T-Mobile Arena
Location Las Vegas, NV
Puck drop Sun 10:00 PM
TV ESPN

Wild vs Golden Knights predictions

When it comes to the Minnesota Wild, expect Matt Boldy to be at the forefront of their attack. With an impressive track record this season—27 goals and 46 assists—he's undoubtedly a linchpin in the team's strategy. The left winger's knack for finding the back of the net, coupled with his keen eye for setting up plays, makes him a dual threat that the Vegas defense will need to keep a close watch on. Boldy has been a game-changer, and his chemistry with linemates could be a decisive factor in Game 1 of this NHL playoff. fans of the Wild are buzzing with anticipation, hoping his form carries over into this crucial matchup.

Now, the Vegas Golden Knights have their own ace in the hole—Pavel Dorofeyev. This season, Dorofeyev has demonstrated a lethal scoring touch with 35 goals to his name. Not to be overlooked, Jack Eichel's playmaking prowess, highlighted by 66 assists, has been instrumental in creating opportunities for Dorofeyev and others. When you think about the chemistry between these two players, it paints a picture of a dynamic offensive unit that can rival any in the league. The Golden Knights' gameplan likely revolves around exploiting their depth and Eichel’s ability to create scoring chances for the team.

As the puck drops at the T-Mobile Arena, both the Wild and the Golden Knights bring unique strengths to the ice. However, the odds slightly favor Vegas, likely due to their potent offensive lineup and home-ice advantage. But in the playoffs, anything can happen. Yet, if we're going with a gut feeling, the Vegas Golden Knights might edge out a victory, drawing on their ability to capitalize on key moments and break down a resilient Wild defense. Decked out in their home jerseys, the Knights will be looking to ride the roar of their fans to an opening victory. So, who are you rooting for? It’s shaping up to be a game worth every bit of anticipation.

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