Minnesota Wild vs. Chicago Blackhawks Prediction & Betting Picks (November 26th, 2025)
Hockey fans get a fun Central Division clash on Wednesday, as the Chicago Blackhawks play host to the Minnesota Wild. Chicago will look to stop a three-game skid, but they will not be favored to do so (+114 underdogs), per DraftKings.
Minnesota comes in with the 1.5-puck line advantage, as they have the better record and are on fire at the moment with five straight wins. The 5.5 total may also indicate a tighter, lower-scoring affair thanks to solid defense on both sides.
The Wild have admittedly dominated the Blackhawks for some time now, but keeping that going on the road will be easier said than done.
Wondering which team to back in this game? I’ll walk you through the latest odds and key matchups en route to a Wild vs. Blackhawks prediction.
Game Info
- Matchup: Minnesota Wild (12-7-4) vs. Chicago Blackhawks (10-8-4)
- Date & Time: Wednesday, November 26th, 2025 at 8:30 pm ET
- Venue: United Center in Chicago, IL
- How to Watch: ESPN+ and Hulu
Betting Odds
Take a look at the latest Wild vs. Blackhawks odds for Wednesday night, courtesy of FanDuel:
| Team | Puck Line | Moneyline | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
Minnesota | -1.5 (+172) | -142 | Over 5.5 (-120) |
Chicago | -1.5 (-215) | +116 | Under 5.5 (-102) |
Recent Form & Context
To get a better idea as to what to expect out of this matchup, let’s quickly break down how these teams have fared to this point.
Minnesota Wild
- Minnesota currently ranks third in the Central Division at 12-7-4.
- The Wild rank 5th in the NHL in power play percentage (25.6%).
- Minnesota is allowing the 10th fewest goals per game (2.78).
Injuries
- C Vinnie Hinostroza will miss 4-6 weeks with a lower-body ailment.
- Minnesota continues to be without RW Vladimir Tarasenko, RW Ryan Hartman, and C Marco Rossi.
Chicago Blackhawks
- Chicago has allowed the 9th fewest goals per game (2.77).
- The Blackhawks own the NHL’s 4th-best save percentage (.912).
- Chicago has been fantastic in power play situations (6th – 24.2%).
Injuries
- LW Andre Burakovsky did not practice on Monday and will be questionable for this game.
- Chicago continues to be without LW Nick Foligno, who was placed on injured reserve on November 17th.
Matchup Breakdown
Minnesota and Chicago are two teams going in different directions at the moment. The Wild have won five in a row and sport a reasonable 5-4-1 record on the road, while the Blackhawks aren’t exactly elite at home (5-4-2) and are looking to snap a three-game skid.
Both of these teams are quite strong defensively and very impactful in power play settings. They both rank inside the top-10 in both categories, setting up a pretty even matchup.
With these teams being even in two key areas, it’s fair to give Chicago the nod overall, both because they are at home, and because their offense is slightly better. Connor Bedard (31 points, 13 goals) has been one of the better offensive players in the league and should continue to power a capable offense.
In a game that projects to be on the lower-scoring side, that slight offensive edge could serve the Blackhawks well.
Playing Styles & Trends
- Wild: Minnesota puts an emphasis on fast pace and aggression, as they rank 15th in shots.
- Blackhawks: Chicago builds their offense around Bedard, while putting an emphasis on puck possession, maintaining pressure, and taking advantage of quick transitions.
- Special Teams: Minnesota can really gain an advantage in power play, where they have the second-most goals (22) in the NHL. Chicago isn’t far behind (15) and has been the more efficient team in power-play settings.
- Defense: The Wild focus on quick puck movement, as well as strategic blocking and general physicality. Chicago leans on their youth to formulate a mobile and aggressive unit, although they can be overly reliant on goalie Spencer Knight (2nd in save %).
Betting Market Notes
- Puck Line (1.5): The Wild are favored to win, but the +190 price on their puck line makes a win by two goals feel incredibly unlikely.
- Moneyline (-135/+114): The ML is fairly tight. All things considered, the +114 price for the home team Blackhawks feels like a steal.
- Total (5.5): The mild total pays respect to the defensive aptitude of both teams. Don’t be shocked if this is a lower-scoring affair.
Props & Alternative Markets
- Anytime Goal Scorer: There are no odds up yet for this Wild vs. Blackhawks prop, but Connor Bedard to score looks like one of the best props to target in this one.
- Total Goals (1st Period): You can bet on the total goals in the first period. Despite the strong defenses, I like Over 0.5 at -145.
Best Bets for Minnesota vs. Chicago
Check out my preferred Wild vs. Blackhawks bets for tonight:
| Bet | Why Do We Like It? | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
Blackhawks +116 | Minnesota has dominated this series lately, but the game is in Chicago, and the Blackhawks have a young and athletic group. Scoring on Spencer Knight won’t be easy, so I give the slight edge to the Blackhawks at home. | 6/10 |
Under 5.5 (-102) | The total is light, both defenses are pretty good, and Minnesota games have hit this Under in six of their last seven. The Under is 3-2 in Chicago’s last five games, too. | 7/10 |
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Risk Factors & What Could Go Wrong
The biggest issue is recent form. Chicago hasn’t won any of their last three games, and they haven’t been dominant on their home ice. Minnesota is on fire at the moment, too. That winning streak could obviously keep rolling.
There is also the elephant in the room; the Wild have owned this series lately. They are 9-0-1 against Chicago in the last 10 meetings.
The total is also a bit light, so betting the Under makes sense based on how these two teams play, but it’s still taking a goal from bettors. I still think it hits, but given Minnesota’s recent form, it’s always possible they come in and get up on Chicago early.
Wild vs. Blackhawks Prediction
Final Score Prediction: Chicago Blackhawks 3, Minnesota Wild 2
My Wild vs. Blackhawks prediction is that Chicago holds things down at home and snaps their three-game losing streak. More importantly, they finally get a win over Minnesota in what feels like forever.
The Wild have definitely had a mental hold over Chicago lately, but these two sides have yet to play each other this year. The last meeting was way back in November of last year, too. I think there’s enough to like about Chicago – and enough time has passed – that this would-be edge feels a little noisy.
Chicago has a borderline elite goalie at the net in Spencer Knight who is allowing the fewest goals per game (2.38) since his rookie season. He’s also 2nd in save percentage, so he could handle everything the Wild throw at him.
Ultimately, this comes down to defensive aptitude and executing power play runs. These teams are pretty evenly matched in both regards, so getting the home team at plus money feels like a steal.
