Minnesota Wild vs Dallas Stars predictions, Apr 22, 2026

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The upcoming NHL matchup on April 22, 2026, features the Minnesota Wild hosting the Dallas Stars in what promises to be a compelling contest at the Xcel Energy Center. Recent performances indicate contrasting trajectories for both teams, with Minnesota securing 2 wins in their last 5 outings, while the Stars have shown a strong form, clinching 4 victories in the same span.

Statistically, bookmakers set the odds at 2.2 for a Wild victory and 2.74 for a Stars win, reflecting a competitive landscape. Model predictions assign a 45.7% probability of a home win for Minnesota, with a smaller chance of a draw at 24.4% and a 32.2% likelihood favoring an away victory for Dallas.

Tactically, Minnesota may look to leverage their home advantage and push for a high-tempo game to unsettle the Stars, who have demonstrated resilience and effective counterattacking play. The predicted final score of 3:2 suggests a closely fought battle, where Minnesota’s ability to capitalize on scoring chances could be pivotal.

As such, while the Wild will aim to capitalize on home ice, success is far from guaranteed given Dallas’s current form. Bettors should consider the nuances of recent performances as they assess potential outcomes.

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Minnesota
42.3%
Draw
22.8%
Dallas
34.9%

Prediction (the most likely score): 3:2

Outrights of NHL Minnesota Wild: 6.4% Dallas Stars: 4.38%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
bet_at_home 2.23 4.14 2.72
betsson 2.3 4.05 2.65
MarathonBet 2.25 4.47 2.75
WilliamHill 2.15 3.9 2.63
Pinnacle 2.24 4.28 2.64

Latest Results

20.04.26 Dallas Stars – Minnesota Wild – 4:2
18.04.26 Dallas Stars – Minnesota Wild – 1:6
14.04.26 Minnesota Wild – Anaheim Ducks – 3:2
13.04.26 St. Louis Blues – Minnesota Wild – 6:3
11.04.26 Nashville Predators – Minnesota Wild – 2:1
20.04.26 Dallas Stars – Minnesota Wild – 4:2
18.04.26 Dallas Stars – Minnesota Wild – 1:6
15.04.26 Buffalo Sabres – Dallas Stars – 3:4 penalties
13.04.26 Toronto Maple Leafs – Dallas Stars – 5:6
11.04.26 Dallas Stars – New York Rangers – 2:0

Facts

  • Series tied 1-1. Third leg.
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Minnesota won 3.
  • Minnesota has had mixed results lately (last 5 games: 2 wins).
  • Dallas is in very good shape now (in the last 5 games, wins – 4).
  • Dallas may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • Recently, Minnesota has had a series of away games.
  • In this match, both teams have almost equal chances to win.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Minnesota won 6 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 14 matches, and goals 47:73. (average 2.4:3.7).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Minnesota won 4 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 6 matches, and goals 23:32. (average 2.3:3.2).

    Latest Head To Head

    20.04.26 Dallas Stars – Minnesota Wild – 4:2
    18.04.26 Dallas Stars – Minnesota Wild – 1:6
    09.04.26 Dallas Stars – Minnesota Wild – 5:4
    21.03.26 Minnesota Wild – Dallas Stars – 2:1 OT
    11.12.25 Minnesota Wild – Dallas Stars – 5:2

    Standings

    Draw

    Play Offs

    1/8-finals

    1 Colorado Avalanche (1) Los Angeles Kings (8) 1 : 0
    2 Dallas Stars (2) Minnesota Wild (3) 1 : 1
    3 Vegas Golden Knights (4) Utah Mammoth (6) 1 : 0
    4 Edmonton Oilers (5) Anaheim Ducks (7) 1 : 0
    5 Carolina Hurricanes (1) Ottawa Senators (6) 2 : 0
    6 Pittsburgh Penguins (7) Philadelphia Flyers (8) 0 : 2
    7 Buffalo Sabres (2) Boston Bruins (5) 1 : 0
    8 Tampa Bay Lightning (3) Montreal Canadiens (4) 0 : 1

    Quarter-finals

    1 TBD #1 TBD #2
    2 TBD #3 TBD #4
    3 TBD #5 TBD #6
    4 TBD #7 TBD #8

    Semi-finals

    1 TBD #1 TBD #2
    2 TBD #3 TBD #4

    Final

    1 TBD #1 TBD #2

    NHL Outrights

    1. Colorado Avalanche: 3.8 (21.91%)

    2. Carolina Hurricanes: 5 (16.65%)

    3. Tampa Bay Lightning: 8 (10.41%)

    4. Vegas Golden Knights: 8.5 (9.79%)

    5. Edmonton Oilers: 12 (6.94%)

    6. Buffalo Sabres: 13 (6.4%)

    7. Minnesota Wild: 13 (6.4%)

    8. Montreal Canadiens: 17 (4.9%)

    9. Dallas Stars: 19 (4.38%)

    10. Ottawa Senators: 25 (3.33%)

    11. Philadelphia Flyers: 29 (2.87%)

    12. Utah Mammoth: 51 (1.63%)

    13. Anaheim Ducks: 61 (1.36%)

    14. Pittsburgh Penguins: 66 (1.26%)

    15. Boston Bruins: 76 (1.1%)

    16. Los Angeles Kings: 126 (0.66%)

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