Dallas Stars vs Minnesota Wild Prediction, Picks & Odds | 30 Apr 2026

Stanley Cup Playoffs Betting Preview: Stars vs Wild

The Dallas Stars (50-20-12, 24-9-8 on the road) face the Minnesota Wild (46-24-12, 23-10-8 at home) at Xcel Energy Center in Game 6 of this first-round Stanley Cup Playoffs series. The Wild lead the series 3-2.

The prediction is that the Wild will outscore the Stars, with -122 currently available on the Moneyline. That looks a price worth taking on this value selection.

The Minnesota Wild lead the series 3-2 after a 4-2 win over the Dallas Stars in Game 5 at American Airlines Center on Tuesday night.

The Wild recorded 25 shots on goal, with four different players scoring, including Mats Zuccarello. The Stars had 22 shots on goal, with Miro Heiskanen and Jason Robertson each finding the net.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The Wild hold a 6-4 edge over the last 10 matchups.

Starting Goalies

Jake Oettinger (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	35-12-6	2.6	.899	4
23/24	35-14-2	2.72	.905	3

Jesper Wallstedt (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	18-9-6	2.6	.915	4
23/24	2-1-0	3.01	.897	1

7 wins, 2 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 3.3 goals from 28.7 shots on goal, with a 26.0% powerplay efficiency. The Stars have given up 3.3 goals from 28.5 shots, averaging 5.3 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 83.0%.

Jason Robertson is the top points scorer with 15 points, 10 goals and 5 assists, with Matt Duchene recording 14 points, 2 goals and 12 assists, in the past 10 games. Goalie Jake Oettinger have a 2.62 goal against average with a .898 save percentage, including one shutout.

The Wild have 5 wins, 4 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 3.4 goals from 29.4 shots on goal, with a 15.7% powerplay efficiency. They have been conceding 3.0 goals from 29.1 shots, averaging 5.3 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 81.1%.

The top points scorer is Matthew Boldy with 11 points, 5 goals and 6 assists, while Kirill Kaprizov is next best after having 11 points, 4 goals and 7 assists. Goalie Jesper Wallstedt have a 2.05 GAA with a .927 SV%.

Dallas Stars vs Minnesota Wild Prediction & Picks

Unlock a complete betting breakdown for Dallas Stars vs Minnesota Wild, featuring our expert match prediction, expected final score, standout player prop picks and a ready-to-play bet builder.

Game Prediction

There is merit in backing Minnesota Wild to have the edge over the visitors in this NHL game. Especially as odds of -122 are available when it comes to this pick.

Our team of expert NHL handicappers track current injuries closely. Combined with recent form, this helps us identify the best value odds. A data-led approach backed by key stats and the latest team news keeps our hockey analysis sharp.

Key Stars vs Wild stats:

• Wild have won 4 of their last 5 games at home.
• Wild have won 11 of their last 20 games.
• Wild have won 2 consecutive games.
• Stars have lost 3 of their last 5 games.
• Stars have lost their last 2 games.
• Wild have won the last 2 games between these teams.

Wild Moneyline Probability

If you go by the top NHL betting sites, our pick has a 54.9% chance of delivering a return. After careful examination, our analysts calculate this probability to be closer to 60%. This hockey wager can therefore be backed with confidence.

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Our Game Prediction

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Jason Robertson Over 3.5 Shots -164

Jason Robertson (Stars) has had Over 3.5 shots on goal in 5 straight games. We recommend backing the -164 that he is able to cover the line, with this Shots on Goal wager hopefully providing a return.

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Correct Score Prediction

Stars 2 - 4 Wild

A 4-2 win in favor of the Wild can be backed at odds of +1400. We like placing a bet on correct score due to the fun element and the big potential return.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Stars

Wild

1-0

Stars

+3500

Wild

+3300

2-0

Stars

+3000

Wild

+3300

2-1

Stars

+1100

Wild

+1150

3-0

Stars

+2500

Wild

+2200

3-1

Stars

+1500

Wild

+1400

3-2

Stars

+900

Wild

+850

4-0

Stars

+4000

Wild

+3300

4-1

Stars

+1500

Wild

+1300

4-2

Stars

+1500

Wild

+1400

4-3

Stars

+1150

Wild

+1050

5-0

Stars

+7000

Wild

+6000

5-1

Stars

+3300

Wild

+2400

5-2

Stars

+1900

Wild

+1500

5-3

Stars

+2500

Wild

+2200

5-4

Stars

+2200

Wild

+1900

6-1

Stars

+6600

Wild

+5000

6-2

Stars

+5000

Wild

+3500

6-3

Stars

+4500

Wild

+3000

6-4

Stars

+6000

Wild

+5500

6-5

Stars

+6000

Wild

+5500

7-2

Stars

+6000

Wild

+6600

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Dallas Stars vs Minnesota Wild Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

We’re seeing Minnesota Wild priced up at -128 for a victory, with Dallas Stars trading at +106. There is a 56% chance of the hosts winning according to the top sportsbooks.

The puck line is 1.5 and the total goals line is 5.5. Hockey fans love the chance to get an alternative angle by going for a Totals wager. If you’re wanting to back Over 5.5, the odds are -120.

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Moneyline

Stars

+106

Wild

-128

3-Way Moneyline

Stars

+175

Tie

+295

Wild

+130

Puck Line

Stars +1.5

-227

Wild -1.5

+180

Total Goals

Under 5.5

-102

Over 5.5

-120

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Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Dallas Stars Stats

Minnesota Wild Stats

Moneyline

• 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 home games

Puck Line

• +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 8 of the last 10 games
• +1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 9 of the last 10 games on the road

Puck Line

• -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 3 of the last 10 games
• -1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 2 of the last 10 home games

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 6.70 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 6.00 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 5.5: Covered in 8 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 3.40 goals and allowed 3.30 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 3.00 pts and allowed 3.00 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 6.40 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 5.40 goals in the previous 10 home games
• Over 5.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
• Over 5.5 at Home: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.40 goals and allowed 3.00 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 2.80 goals and allowed 2.60 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 1.3
• Shots: 28.7
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 5.3
• Empty Net Goals: 0.2
• Penalty Minutes: 10.9
• Blocks: 15
• Faceoff Wins : 30
• Hits: 22.5
• Giveaways: 14.3
• Takeaways: 5

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 1.1
• Shots: 27.6
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 3.5
• Empty Net Goals: 0.2
• Penalty Minutes: 7
• Blocks: 13.1
• Faceoff Wins : 28.4
• Hits: 21.1
• Giveaways: 14
• Takeaways: 4.8

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.8
• Shots: 29.4
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 5.3
• Empty Net Goals: 0.3
• Penalty Minutes: 11.2
• Blocks: 13.2
• Faceoff Wins : 28.3
• Hits: 29.6
• Giveaways: 14
• Takeaways: 4.7

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.3
• Shots: 32.8
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 4.9
• Empty Net Goals: 0.2
• Penalty Minutes: 10.1
• Blocks: 16.4
• Faceoff Wins : 28.3
• Hits: 27.4
• Giveaways: 15.6
• Takeaways: 4.5

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