Vancouver Canucks vs Minnesota Wild Prediction, Picks & Odds | 01 Nov 2025

NHL Betting Preview: Canucks vs Wild

The Vancouver Canucks battle the Minnesota Wild in this NHL matchup at Xcel Energy Center, with face-off scheduled for 18:00 on Saturday, November 1. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, player stats, team news and the starting lineups.

The prediction for the matchup between the Canucks and the Wild is for Over 5.5. We’re especially taken by the odds of -128 that this happens.

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Vancouver Canucks won their previous game by a 4-3 (SO) scoreline. It was on the road against St Louis Blues at Enterprise Center. Kiefer Sherwood scored a hat trick and was +1 in total. Goalie Kevin Lankinen stopped 36 shots (.923).

Minnesota Wild were defeated last time out, making it five losses on the spin. Xcel Energy Center saw them beaten 4-1 at home to Pittsburgh Penguins. Wild managed 27 shots and Kirill Kaprizov recorded the only goal.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The scoreline was 3-2 in favor of the Wild when they last played the Canucks, with the encounter taking place at Delta Center. We’ve seen eight Wild wins in the past 10 meetings between the teams.

Starting Goalies

Thatcher Demko (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	6-5-0	2.7	.903	0
23/24	35-14-2	2.45	.918	5

Filip Gustavsson (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	10-8-3	2.6	.908	2
23/24	20-18-4	3.06	.899	3

5 wins and 5 losses, averaging 2.5 goals from 25.6 shots on goal, with a 19.4% powerplay efficiency. The Canucks have given up 3.2 goals from 30.9 shots, averaging 3.7 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 67.6%.

Conor Garland is the top points scorer with 10 points, 3 goals and 7 assists, with Kiefer Sherwood racking up 8 points, all of which were goals. Goalie Kevin Lankinen have a 3.53 goal against average with a .885 save percentage.

The Wild have 2 wins, 5 losses and 3 overtime losses, averaging 2.2 goals from 29.0 shots on goal, with a 20.9% powerplay efficiency. They have conceded 4.0 goals from 30.5 shots, averaging 2.4 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 62.5%.

The top points scorer is Kirill Kaprizov with 10 points, 5 goals and 5 assists, while Marcus Johansson is next best after having 8 points, 5 goals and 3 assists. Goalie Filip Gustavsson have a 3.47 GAA with a .891 SV%.

Vancouver Canucks vs Minnesota Wild Prediction & Picks

Our expert Vancouver Canucks vs Minnesota Wild betting tips include a main match prediction, a correct score pick, standout player prop selections and bet builder advice. Explore each section below for detailed insights.

Game Prediction

We should take advantage of the -128 when it comes to going over the total goals line in this NHL clash. These odds are appealing as they look to be on the generous side.

The hockey predictions at Sportsgambler.com are always guided by the latest team news, injury updates and overall form. Once we've reviewed that, we dive into the most relevant NHL stats to confidently recommend every pick.

Key Canucks vs Wild stats:

• The 5.5 line has been covered in 7 of the last 10 Canucks games.
• The 5.5 line has been covered in 13 of the last 20 Canucks games on the road.
• The 5.5 line has been covered in 4 of the last 5 Wild games at home.
• The 5.5 line has been covered in 7 of the last 10 Wild games at home.

Over 5.5 Probability

According to the top betting sites, there’s a 56.2% chance of our pick landing a return. Based on our analysts in-depth research, we calculate the actual probability to be 60-65%. The bet can be recommended for this precise reason.

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Our Game Prediction

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Marco Rossi Over 0.5 Assists +125

Marco Rossi (Wild) has had one assist or more in 5 straight home games. We can therefore place a Player Assists wager at an eye-catching +125 in the hope that our pick covers the line.

Correct Score Prediction

Canucks 5 - 3 Wild

We’re predicting the Canucks to land a 5-3 victory and this is available at +2800. The correct score betting option provides plenty of fun and entertainment.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Canucks

Wild

1-0

Canucks

+5500

Wild

+4500

2-0

Canucks

+5000

Wild

+4500

2-1

Canucks

+1500

Wild

+1150

3-0

Canucks

+4000

Wild

+2800

3-1

Canucks

+2200

Wild

+1800

3-2

Canucks

+950

Wild

+700

4-0

Canucks

+5500

Wild

+3300

4-1

Canucks

+2000

Wild

+1400

4-2

Canucks

+1800

Wild

+1500

4-3

Canucks

+1150

Wild

+900

5-0

Canucks

+10000

Wild

+5500

5-1

Canucks

+3500

Wild

+2000

5-2

Canucks

+2200

Wild

+1500

5-3

Canucks

+2800

Wild

+2200

5-4

Canucks

+2200

Wild

+1900

6-0

Canucks

+2200

Wild

+8000

6-1

Canucks

+9000

Wild

+4500

6-2

Canucks

+4500

Wild

+2500

6-3

Canucks

+4000

Wild

+2800

6-4

Canucks

+5500

Wild

+4500

6-5

Canucks

+5500

Wild

+4500

7-0

Canucks

+5500

Wild

+12000

7-1

Canucks

+14000

Wild

+7500

7-2

Canucks

+11000

Wild

+6000

7-3

Canucks

+7500

Wild

+5000

7-4

Canucks

+8000

Wild

+6600

7-5

Canucks

+12000

Wild

+11000

7-6

Canucks

+12500

Wild

+12000

8-1

Canucks

+12500

Wild

+12000

8-2

Canucks

+12500

Wild

+11000

8-3

Canucks

+12500

Wild

+11000

8-4

Canucks

+14000

Wild

+11000

8-5

Canucks

+14000

Wild

+14000

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Vancouver Canucks 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.

Minnesota Wild are -161 favorites and that means a 62% chance of winning this game according to the Moneyline betting odds with the sportsbooks. At +132, Vancouver Canucks are regarded as having a lower probability of winning.

1.5 is where the puck line lies, with total goals being 5.5 right now. There are many ways to wager on hockey including Totals. The Over 5.5 selection is available to back at -123.

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Moneyline

Canucks

+132

Wild

-161

3-Way Moneyline

Canucks

+215

Tie

+335

Wild

-103

Puck Line

Canucks +1.5

-196

Wild -1.5

+158

Total Goals

Under 5.5

+102

Over 5.5

-123

We enjoy player props as an alternative to betting on the game result. The gambling sites will have Goalscorers, Assists, Points, Powerplay Points and Shots on Goal among the choices and you can take a particular view.

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Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Vancouver Canucks Stats

Minnesota Wild Stats

Moneyline

• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
• 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 2 wins and 8 defeats in the last 10 games
• 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 home games

Puck Line

• +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 7 of the last 10 games
• +1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 7 of the last 10 games on the road

Puck Line

• -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 1 of the last 10 games
• -1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 1 of the last 10 home games

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 5.90 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 7 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 2.70 goals and allowed 3.20 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 6.30 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 7.30 goals in the previous 10 home games
• Over 5.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
• Over 5.5 at Home: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 2.30 goals and allowed 4.00 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 3.20 goals and allowed 4.10 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.7
• Shots: 25.6
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 3.7
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 8
• Blocks: 13.9
• Faceoff Wins : 24.2
• Hits: 22.8
• Giveaways: 14.6
• Takeaways: 4

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 0.7
• Shots: 24.7
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 4.2
• Empty Net Goals: 0.2
• Penalty Minutes: 9
• Blocks: 12.3
• Faceoff Wins : 24.9
• Hits: 26.5
• Giveaways: 15.3
• Takeaways: 3.5

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.9
• Shots: 29
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 2.4
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 5.9
• Blocks: 16.8
• Faceoff Wins : 28.2
• Hits: 22.9
• Giveaways: 14.9
• Takeaways: 3.8

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 1.3
• Shots: 34.2
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 2.6
• Empty Net Goals: 0.1
• Penalty Minutes: 5.9
• Blocks: 17
• Faceoff Wins : 28.8
• Hits: 23.8
• Giveaways: 15.9
• Takeaways: 4.5

Injuries & Suspensions

Starting Lineups

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