Minnesota Wild vs Winnipeg Jets Prediction, Odds and Best Bet for Oct. 13, 2026
The Minnesota Wild are projected to beat the Winnipeg Jets 3-2 on Oct. 13, with their strong early special-teams results providing the clearest reason for the pick. Minnesota’s consecutive-night schedule makes this a low-confidence forecast. Neither Minnesota +1.5 (-265) nor total 6.5 offers a convincing price advantage, so the official SportsJaw betting recommendation is Pass.
Minnesota Wild vs Winnipeg Jets prediction and best bet
Minnesota gets the nod because its latest performance combines scoring contributions from several players with effective special teams. The Wild’s power play stood at 41.2% following Monday’s win over Vegas, while their penalty kill had stopped 21 of 22 opportunities. Those results make Minnesota a reasonable choice in a matchup priced nearly evenly on the moneyline.
The best bet is Pass. Winnipeg’s 3-1-1 record is a meaningful counterweight, and Minnesota must play again the night after facing Vegas. The Wild have enough going for them to earn the forecast, but the case for winning is stronger than the case for paying -265 on their puck line.
Odds, game time and how to watch
Game: Minnesota Wild at Winnipeg Jets, an NHL Central Division matchup in the 2026-27 season.
Time: Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2026, at 8:15 p.m. EDT.
Venue: Canada Life Centre, Winnipeg, Manitoba.
Broadcast: ESPN+.
Records: Minnesota Wild 4-2; Winnipeg Jets 3-2.
SportsJaw moneyline: Minnesota -104; Winnipeg -108. Puck line: Minnesota +1.5 (-265); Winnipeg -1.5 (+225). Total: Over 6.5 (+110); Under 6.5 (-130).