Dallas Stars vs Minnesota Wild Prediction, Picks & Odds | 11 Dec 2025

NHL Betting Preview: Stars vs Wild

The Dallas Stars meet the Minnesota Wild at Xcel Energy Center, with face-off scheduled for 20:00 on Thursday, December 11.

The Stars look excellent value on the Moneyline and our prediction is that the road team will get the better of the Wild. We’re happy to take the -133 that they win.

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Dallas Stars won their previous game 4-3. This road victory at Canada Life Centre against Winnipeg Jets was their fourth on the spin. Esa Lindell was on target along with three of his teammates.

Minnesota Wild won their last game 4-1. This was a road victory at Climate Pledge Arena against Seattle Kraken. Joel Eriksson Ek recorded 3 points which includes 1 goal and 2 assists. Goalie Filip Gustavsson played a starring role, stopping 23 shots (.958).

Head-to-Head Statistics

These two teams last met at American Airlines Center, with the Stars claiming the win. Beating the Wild by a 5-2 scoreline. The Stars have triumphed in eight of the previous 10 clashes between these teams.

Starting Goalies

Jake Oettinger (Expected)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	14-4-2	2.5	.909	2
23/24	35-14-2	2.72	.905	3

Jesper Wallstedt (Expected)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	8-1-2	2	.936	4
23/24	2-1-0	3.01	.897	1

8 wins and 0 overtime losses, averaging 3.8 goals from 25.5 shots on goal, with a 28.6% powerplay efficiency. The Stars have been giving up 2.0 goals from 28.2 shots, averaging 3.9 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 94.9%.

Wyatt Johnston is the top points scorer with 15 points, 5 goals and 10 assists, with Mikko Rantanen racking up 14 points, 3 goals and 11 assists, over the last 10 games. Goalie Casey DeSmith have a 2.17 goal against average with a .927 save percentage.

The Wild have 7 wins, 2 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 2.7 goals from 26.7 shots on goal, with a 9.4% powerplay efficiency. They have conceded 1.9 goals from 31.6 shots, averaging 3.3 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 97.0%.

The top points scorer is Matthew Boldy with 11 points, 6 goals and 5 assists, while Kirill Kaprizov is next in line after having 10 points, 7 goals and 3 assists. Goalie Jesper Wallstedt have a 1.76 GAA with a .947 SV%, including two shutouts.

Dallas Stars vs Minnesota Wild Prediction & Picks

We dive into the top Dallas Stars vs Minnesota Wild betting angles, including our main match prediction, correct score play, standout player prop picks and a bet builder tailored for value.

Game Prediction

There is a strong case that Dallas Stars will end up winning and that means heading to the Moneyline. You can get a value -133 that they triumph in this NHL clash.

Injuries are always factored in by the handicappers at Sportsgambler.com. Our hockey picks are also shaped by recent form, with up-to-date stats playing a key role before any NHL selections are locked in.

Key Stars vs Wild stats:

• Stars have won 4 consecutive games.
• Stars have won 8 of their last 10 games.
• Stars have won 15 of their last 20 games.
• Wild have lost 3 of their last 5 games.
• Wild have lost 8 of their last 10 games against Stars.

Stars Moneyline Probability

The top betting apps are estimating that there is a 57.1% likelihood of this pick winning. After careful examination, our analysts have this probability somewhere between 60-65%. This hockey wager can therefore be backed with confidence.

For a bigger return on investment, bettors often wager Match Winner & Total Goals to get bigger odds for Dallas. The Puck Line, Winning Margin and 3-Way Moneyline are good alternatives.

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Our Game Prediction

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Kirill Kaprizov Under 3.5 Shots -149

Kirill Kaprizov (Wild) has had Under 3.5 shots on goal in 8 of the past 10 games. It stands to reason that he will fall short of the line and you can get odds of -149 for this Shots on Goal wager.

Latest Kirill Kaprizov Player Prop Odds

Goals

Anytime

+115

First

+800

Assists

Over 0.5

+110

Under 0.5

-145

Shots on Goal

Over 3.5

+110

Under 3.5

-149

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Correct Score Prediction

Stars 4 - 1 Wild

The Stars are available to back at +1300 to secure a 4-1 victory. This is a risky but potentially more rewarding bet, with this correct score option providing appeal.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Stars

Wild

1-0

Stars

+4500

Wild

+4500

2-0

Stars

+4000

Wild

+4500

2-1

Stars

+1200

Wild

+1300

3-0

Stars

+2500

Wild

+3300

3-1

Stars

+1600

Wild

+1900

3-2

Stars

+750

Wild

+850

4-0

Stars

+3300

Wild

+4500

4-1

Stars

+1300

Wild

+1800

4-2

Stars

+1400

Wild

+1700

4-3

Stars

+1050

Wild

+1150

5-0

Stars

+6000

Wild

+9000

5-1

Stars

+2200

Wild

+3300

5-2

Stars

+1600

Wild

+2000

5-3

Stars

+2400

Wild

+2800

5-4

Stars

+2200

Wild

+2400

6-0

Stars

+9000

Wild

+13000

6-1

Stars

+5000

Wild

+8000

6-2

Stars

+3000

Wild

+4500

6-3

Stars

+3000

Wild

+4000

6-4

Stars

+5000

Wild

+6000

6-5

Stars

+5500

Wild

+6000

7-1

Stars

+9000

Wild

+13000

7-2

Stars

+7500

Wild

+11000

7-3

Stars

+6000

Wild

+8000

7-4

Stars

+7000

Wild

+9000

7-5

Stars

+12000

Wild

+13000

7-6

Stars

+13000

Wild

+14000

8-4

Stars

+12500

Wild

+14000

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Dallas Stars vs Minnesota Wild Odds

The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

The Dallas Stars odds have been priced up by the sportsbooks and they are -133 betting favorites to land victory in this game which means a 57% chance of winning. The market suggests that Minnesota Wild are least likely to win at +112.

1.5 is where the puck line lies, with total goals being 5.5 right now. Hockey bettors regularly enjoy the opportunity to wager on Totals. The Over 5.5 selection is available to back at -122.

The best NHL sportsbooks offer a wide variety of game lines and team props for every matchup, with plenty of options available both before and during the game. Be sure to explore all the lines and odds before placing your bets.

Moneyline

Stars

-133

Wild

+112

3-Way Moneyline

Stars

+116

Tie

+310

Wild

+190

Puck Line

Stars -1.5

+184

Wild +1.5

-233

Total Goals

Under 5.5

-100

Over 5.5

-122

Favorite Kirill Kaprizov is priced at +800 to be the first player to light the lamp. There’s also the opportunity to back him to score at anytime at odds of +115.

Player Goals

Kirill Kaprizov (Wild)

First

+115

Anytime

+800

Jason Robertson (Stars)

First

+125

Anytime

+800

Matt Boldy (Wild)

First

+165

Anytime

+900

Mikko Rantanen (Stars)

First

+170

Anytime

+1000

Wyatt Johnston (Stars)

First

+170

Anytime

+1000

Roope Hintz (Stars)

First

+220

Anytime

+1400

Joel Eriksson Ek (Wild)

First

+275

Anytime

+1600

Jamie Benn (Stars)

First

+375

Anytime

+2200

Marcus Johansson (Wild)

First

+380

Anytime

+2200

Ryan Hartman (Wild)

First

+400

Anytime

+2200

Vladimir Tarasenko (Wild)

First

+425

Anytime

+2200

Sam Steel (Stars)

First

+450

Anytime

+2200

Danila Yurov (Wild)

First

+450

Anytime

+2500

Mavrik Bourque (Stars)

First

+500

Anytime

+2800

Miro Heiskanen (Stars)

First

+525

Anytime

+3000

Brock Faber (Wild)

First

+575

Anytime

+3000

Thomas Harley (Stars)

First

+650

Anytime

+3000

Zeev Buium (Wild)

First

+800

Anytime

+4000

Nico Sturm (Wild)

First

+850

Anytime

+4000

Jared Spurgeon (Wild)

First

+900

Anytime

+4000

Oskar Back (Stars)

First

+900

Anytime

+4500

Yakov Trenin (Wild)

First

+950

Anytime

+4500

Esa Lindell (Stars)

First

+1000

Anytime

+4500

Justin Hryckowian (Stars)

First

+1000

Anytime

+4500

Nathan Bastian (Stars)

First

+1100

Anytime

+5000

Liam Ohgren (Wild)

First

+1100

Anytime

+5000

Radek Faksa (Stars)

First

+1100

Anytime

+5500

Colin Blackwell (Stars)

First

+1100

Anytime

+6600

Jonas Brodin (Wild)

First

+1200

Anytime

+6600

Tyler Pitlick (Wild)

First

+1400

Anytime

+6000

Player Assists

Mikko Rantanen (Stars)

Over 0.5

-145

Under 0.5

+105

Kirill Kaprizov (Wild)

Over 0.5

+110

Under 0.5

-145

Jason Robertson (Stars)

Over 0.5

+110

Under 0.5

-149

Miro Heiskanen (Stars)

Over 0.5

+110

Under 0.5

-149

Matt Boldy (Wild)

Over 0.5

+120

Under 0.5

-161

Wyatt Johnston (Stars)

Over 0.5

+130

Under 0.5

-175

Roope Hintz (Stars)

Over 0.5

+140

Under 0.5

-189

Joel Eriksson Ek (Wild)

Over 0.5

+160

Under 0.5

-222

Marcus Johansson (Wild)

Over 0.5

+200

Under 0.5

-278

Brock Faber (Wild)

Over 0.5

+200

Under 0.5

-278

Thomas Harley (Stars)

Over 0.5

+200

Under 0.5

-278

Player Shots

Kirill Kaprizov (Wild)

Over 3.5

+110

Under 3.5

-149

Jason Robertson (Stars)

Over 3.5

+105

Under 3.5

-141

Matt Boldy (Wild)

Over 3.5

+125

Under 3.5

-175

Mikko Rantanen (Stars)

Over 2.5

-110

Under 2.5

-125

Wyatt Johnston (Stars)

Over 2.5

+115

Under 2.5

-161

Joel Eriksson Ek (Wild)

Over 2.5

-164

Under 2.5

+120

Ryan Hartman (Wild)

Over 2.5

+145

Under 2.5

-200

Roope Hintz (Stars)

Over 1.5

-189

Under 1.5

+140

Miro Heiskanen (Stars)

Over 1.5

-200

Under 1.5

+145

Brock Faber (Wild)

Over 1.5

-164

Under 1.5

+125

Thomas Harley (Stars)

Over 1.5

-105

Under 1.5

-130

Instead of focusing on the overall outcome, some bettors prefer to look at the NHL micro betting lines. As the name suggests, it means placing short-term wagers and this might include the Next Goalscorer or Next Goal.

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Dallas Stars Stats

Minnesota Wild Stats

Moneyline

• 8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 games
• 8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
• 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 home games

Puck Line

• -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 4 of the last 10 games
• -1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 4 of the last 10 games on the road

Puck Line

• +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 8 of the last 10 games
• +1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 9 of the last 10 home games

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 6.00 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 6.30 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 5.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
• Over 5.5 on the Road: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.90 goals and allowed 2.10 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 4.10 pts and allowed 2.20 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 4.90 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 4.60 goals in the previous 10 home games
• Over 5.5: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 games
• Over 5.5 at Home: Covered in 2 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 2.90 goals and allowed 2.00 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 2.60 goals and allowed 2.00 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 1
• Shots: 25.5
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 3.9
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 9.6
• Blocks: 11.4
• Faceoff Wins : 27.2
• Hits: 16
• Giveaways: 14.7
• Takeaways: 5.5

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 0.8
• Shots: 25.2
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 4.2
• Empty Net Goals: 0
• Penalty Minutes: 10.5
• Blocks: 10.7
• Faceoff Wins : 26.8
• Hits: 16.3
• Giveaways: 14.3
• Takeaways: 5.1

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.3
• Shots: 26.7
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.2
• Penalties: 3.3
• Empty Net Goals: 0.2
• Penalty Minutes: 7.5
• Blocks: 11.7
• Faceoff Wins : 24.3
• Hits: 23
• Giveaways: 15
• Takeaways: 5.3

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.5
• Shots: 26.7
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 2.6
• Empty Net Goals: 0.3
• Penalty Minutes: 6
• Blocks: 11.3
• Faceoff Wins : 26.5
• Hits: 20.9
• Giveaways: 14.9
• Takeaways: 4.5

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Injuries & Suspensions

Starting Lineups

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