Minnesota Wild vs Chicago Blackhawks predictions, Mar 19, 2026

Mar 17, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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As the Minnesota Wild prepare to host the Chicago Blackhawks on March 19, 2026, both teams will look to build momentum amidst recent challenges. The Wild come into this matchup having secured only one win in their last five outings, indicating a struggle to find consistent form. They will be hoping that playing on home ice can provide the necessary boost to break their slump and capitalize on their tactical strengths, which include solid defensive play combined with the ability to create opportunities in transition.

On the other hand, the Blackhawks have experienced a slightly more favorable stretch, managing two wins in their last five games. Their offensive approach has shown signs of improvement, particularly in generating scoring chances and exploiting defensive lapses. However, their inconsistency remains a concern.

According to bookmakers, the odds favor the Wild at 1.7 for a home win, while the Blackhawks sit at 4.1 for an away victory. Model predictions suggest a 53.7% chance of a home win, with a likely final score around 3:2. As both teams strive to optimize their performances, this matchup promises to be a closely contested affair. Ultimately, while Minnesota holds the home advantage, the unpredictability of hockey means that any outcome is possible.

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Minnesota
55.3%		 Draw
21.3%		 Chicago
23.3%

Prediction (the most likely score): 3:2

Outrights of NHL Minnesota Wild: 4.88% Chicago Blackhawks: 0.06%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
MarathonBet 1.76 4.57 4.11
Pinnacle 1.7 4.41 4.1

Latest Results

15.03.26 Minnesota Wild – Toronto Maple Leafs – 2:4
14.03.26 Minnesota Wild – New York Rangers – 2:4
12.03.26 Minnesota Wild – Philadelphia Flyers – 2:3 penalties
10.03.26 Minnesota Wild – Utah Mammoth – 5:0
08.03.26 Colorado Avalanche – Minnesota Wild – 3:2 penalties		 14.03.26 Vegas Golden Knights – Chicago Blackhawks – 4:0
12.03.26 Utah Mammoth – Chicago Blackhawks – 2:3 OT
09.03.26 Chicago Blackhawks – Utah Mammoth – 3:2 OT
08.03.26 Dallas Stars – Chicago Blackhawks – 4:3 OT
06.03.26 Chicago Blackhawks – Vancouver Canucks – 3:6

Facts

  • A leader and an outsider will face off in this match (ranked 3 in the zone Promotion ~ NHL (Play Offs: ) and 14).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Minnesota won 4.
  • Minnesota is going through a rough patch (last 5 games: 1 wins).
  • Chicago has been playing with ups and downs recently (in the last 5 games, wins – 2).
  • Minnesota may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • Recently, Minnesota has had a series of home games.
  • In this match, Minnesota is the team to beat.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Minnesota won 18 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 72:38. (average 3.6:1.9).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Minnesota won 9 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 37:20. (average 3.7:2).

    Latest Head To Head

    27.01.26 Minnesota Wild – Chicago Blackhawks – 4:3 penalties
    26.11.25 Chicago Blackhawks – Minnesota Wild – 3:4 OT
    03.10.25 Chicago Blackhawks – Minnesota Wild – 2:3
    28.09.25 Minnesota Wild – Chicago Blackhawks – 1:4
    26.01.25 Chicago Blackhawks – Minnesota Wild – 2:4

    Standings

    Main

    Western Conference

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Colorado Avalanche 66 39 5 9 13 249:170 97
    2 Dallas Stars 67 33 9 10 15 235:184 94
    3 Minnesota Wild 68 25 13 12 18 226:196 88
    4 Anaheim Ducks 67 22 15 3 27 223:233 77
    5 Vegas Golden Knights 67 23 8 14 22 220:209 76
    6 Utah Mammoth 68 27 8 6 27 214:191 76
    7 Edmonton Oilers 68 25 8 9 26 238:232 75
    8 Seattle Kraken 66 25 6 9 26 191:199 71
    9 Los Angeles Kings 67 18 10 15 24 180:201 71
    10 San Jose Sharks 65 20 12 6 27 204:229 70
    11 Nashville Predators 66 22 7 9 28 195:225 67
    12 Winnipeg Jets 66 23 5 10 28 188:202 66
    13 St. Louis Blues 67 24 3 10 30 177:222 64
    14 Chicago Blackhawks 66 18 7 11 30 175:213 61
    15 Calgary Flames 67 22 4 7 34 167:212 59
    16 Vancouver Canucks 66 13 7 8 38 171:246 48

    Eastern Conference

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Carolina Hurricanes 66 31 11 6 18 234:192 90
    2 Buffalo Sabres 67 34 7 6 20 235:200 88
    3 Tampa Bay Lightning 65 31 9 4 21 231:182 84
    4 Pittsburgh Penguins 67 29 5 15 18 230:204 83
    5 Montreal Canadiens 66 25 11 10 20 233:220 82
    6 Detroit Red Wings 68 26 11 8 23 200:203 82
    7 Boston Bruins 67 27 10 7 23 222:211 81
    8 New York Islanders 67 24 14 5 24 197:191 81
    9 Columbus Blue Jackets 66 23 11 11 21 212:208 79
    10 Ottawa Senators 66 28 6 9 23 225:205 77
    11 Philadelphia Flyers 66 20 11 12 23 191:205 74
    12 Washington Capitals 68 28 5 8 27 212:203 74
    13 New Jersey Devils 67 22 12 2 31 180:204 70
    14 Toronto Maple Leafs 68 21 8 12 27 215:238 70
    15 Florida Panthers 66 26 7 3 30 199:220 69
    16 New York Rangers 67 19 9 8 31 190:209 64

    NHL Outrights

    1. Colorado Avalanche: 3.9 (21.26%)

    2. Tampa Bay Lightning: 5 (16.59%)

    3. Carolina Hurricanes: 6 (13.82%)

    4. Vegas Golden Knights: 12 (6.91%)

    5. Edmonton Oilers: 13 (6.38%)

    6. Dallas Stars: 13 (6.38%)

    7. Minnesota Wild: 17 (4.88%)

    8. Buffalo Sabres: 21 (3.95%)

    9. Utah Mammoth: 31 (2.68%)

    10. Ottawa Senators: 34 (2.44%)

    11. Montreal Canadiens: 41 (2.02%)

    12. Pittsburgh Penguins: 46 (1.8%)

    13. Detroit Red Wings: 51 (1.63%)

    14. Anaheim Ducks: 51 (1.63%)

    15. New York Islanders: 51 (1.63%)

    16. Columbus Blue Jackets: 56 (1.48%)

    17. Los Angeles Kings: 66 (1.26%)

    18. Boston Bruins: 101 (0.82%)

    19. Washington Capitals: 201 (0.41%)

    20. San Jose Sharks: 201 (0.41%)

    21. Florida Panthers: 251 (0.33%)

    22. Seattle Kraken: 301 (0.28%)

    23. Winnipeg Jets: 351 (0.24%)

    24. Nashville Predators: 401 (0.21%)

    25. Philadelphia Flyers: 601 (0.14%)

    26. New Jersey Devils: 751 (0.11%)

    27. Toronto Maple Leafs: 1501 (0.06%)

    28. Calgary Flames: 1501 (0.06%)

    29. St. Louis Blues: 1501 (0.06%)

    30. Chicago Blackhawks: 1501 (0.06%)

    31. New York Rangers: 1501 (0.06%)

    32. Vancouver Canucks: 1501 (0.06%)

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