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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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.76 | 4.57 | 4.11 | ||
| 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
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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