The Vegas Golden Knights secured a 4-2 victory over the Minnesota Wild in Game 1 of this series.
My Wild vs. Golden Knights predictions expect a similar result in Game 2.
See why that's the case in my NHL picks on Tuesday, April 22, with the puck set to drop at 11 p.m. ET on ESPN.
Who will win Wild vs Golden Knights Game 2?
The Vegas Golden Knights were the superior team in Game 1. Not only did they win, but they also generated more high-danger scoring chances.
Vegas has won its last six meetings against the Minnesota Wild, a trend that will continue tonight.
Wild vs Golden Knights prediction
My Wild pick: Golden Knights -1.5 (+110 at BET99)
After their 4-2 win in Game 1, it’s no surprise the Golden Knights opened as heavy favorites once again in Game 2. Not only were they the better team in that game, but they’ve been stronger than the Wild all season.
Vegas finished the regular season ranked 13th in expected goals for per 60 minutes (xGF/60), while Minnesota ranked 27th.
The Golden Knights generated more high-danger scoring chances on offense and suppressed them more effectively on the defensive end. Vegas finished third in expected goals against per 60 minutes (xGA/60) and Minnesota finished a few spots below.
Subsequently, Vegas also ranked higher in expected goals for percentage (xGF%).
On paper, the only edge Minnesota may hold is in net. That said, Adin Hill has been outstanding for the Golden Knights, going 10-2-1 over his past 13 starts with a .915 save percentage and 2.05 goals-against average.
Wild vs Golden Knights same-game parlay (SGP)
Golden Knights -1.5
Pavel Dorofeyev anytime goal
Tomas Hertl Over 0.5 assists
If Vegas is to win by two or more goals, it will need continued offensive production. Forward Pavel Dorofeyev scored off a Tomas Hertl assist in Game 1, and this connection will strike again in Game 2.
Dorofeyev, a dynamic scorer, led the Golden Knights with 35 goals in his first full-length NHL campaign. He’s scored in each of the past three games, with Hertl assisting on two of those goals.
These two should have plenty of chances to reconnect, as they skate together on both the second line and the first power-play unit.
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Wild vs Golden Knights odds
Wild vs Golden Knights live odds
Wild vs Golden Knights opening odds
- Puck line: Minnesota +1.5 (-130) | Vegas -1.5 (+110)
- Moneyline: Minnesota +195 | Vegas -240
- Over/Under: Over 5.5 (-110) | Under 5.5 (-110)
Wild vs Golden Knights trend
Vegas has won the past six meetings between these teams, with the last three wins coming by at least a two-goal margin. Find more NHL betting trends for Wild vs. Golden Knights.
How to watch Wild vs Golden Knights
| Location | T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas, NV |
| Date | Tuesday, 4-22-2025 |
| Puck drop | 11:00 p.m. ET |
| TV | ESPN |
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