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Florida Panthers vs Minnesota Wild Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: December 18, 2024 at 9:30 PM ET

Venue: Xcel Energy Center — Saint Paul, MN

Article updated Dec 18, 8:14 AM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The Florida Panthers will face the Minnesota Wild in a highly anticipated matchup between two top teams in the league. With a record of 19-11-2, the Panthers are in second

Game outlook

The Florida Panthers will face the Minnesota Wild in a highly anticipated matchup between two top teams in the league. With a record of 19-11-2, the Panthers are in second place in the Atlantic Division, while the Wild hold a record of 20-7-4, placing them second in the Central Division. Florida is the betting favorite with opening odds of -133, and the current line is at Florida -135. Be sure to check out our Panthers vs Wild prediction for insights on who may come out on top in this exciting game. Additionally, take advantage of these offers to maximize your profits with top Sportsbook bonuses.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Panthers -135 | Wild +117

Spread: Panthers -1.5 (+188) | Wild +1.5 (-225)

Total: Over/Under 5.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Florida will win straight-up is 57%.

Florida Panthers

The Florida Panthers are having a successful season, with a strong offense led by Matthew Tkachuk, Sam Reinhart, and Aleksander Barkov. The team has scored 39 goals in the past 10 games, averaging 3.50 goals per game. In addition to the top two lines, Carter Verhaegle, Anton Lundell, and Sam Bennett have contributed significantly to the offense. However, the defense has struggled, allowing an average of 3.25 goals per game. Defensemen Aaron Ekblad and Gustav Forsling have performed well, but the rest of the unit has allowed opponents too many open shots. Goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky has been solid, with a .889 save percentage and a 2.97 goals-against average. Overall, the Panthers have a power ranking of 6 and are ranked 5th in offense, 25th in defense, and have a record of 6-4 this season. If you need help with hockey betting, consider using our NHL Picks to improve your chances of winning.

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Minnesota Wild Analysis

The Minnesota Wild are having a successful season with their offense performing well, scoring an average of 3.13 goals per game. Leading the top line, Kirill Kaprizov and Matt Boldy have combined for 35 goals and 41 assists, while other players such as Marco Rossi, Frederick Gaudreau, and Mats Zuccarello have also contributed to the team's offensive success. On the defensive side, the Wild have been strong, allowing only 2.52 goals per game. Defensemen Brock Faber and Jacob Middleton have been key in opening up the offense with eight goals and 22 assists. Goaltender Filip Gustavsson has been impressive with a .922 save percentage and a 2.24 goals-against average. Currently ranked 18th in power rankings, the Wild are excelling in both offense and defense and have a record of 8-3. For those looking to maximize profits this season, the Wild have proven to be a solid choice.

Panthers vs. Wild Showdown: Highly Anticipated NHL Matchup!

The upcoming match between the Panthers and the Wild is highly anticipated as both teams are top contenders in the NHL. The Panthers are aiming to capitalize on their recent road victory, while the Wild are determined to secure a win on home ice. With players such as Kirill Kaprizov and Matt Boldy leading the forward unit, the Wild are expected to generate numerous scoring opportunities through quick passes and offensive plays. The team's solid defensive unit, including Brock Faber and Jacob Middleton, has effectively limited opponents' scoring chances in previous games. Goaltender Filip Gustavsson has been making key saves to maintain the team's defensive stronghold. As underdogs at home, the Wild are favored to emerge victorious. Betting on the Wild money line offers favorable odds for this exciting matchup.

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SportsJaw Panthers vs Wild archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Panthers vs Wild matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Florida Panthers-133 → -155Moved
  • Moneyline · Minnesota Wild+116 → +135Moved
  • Spread · Florida Panthers-1.5 (+188) → -1.5 (+164)Moved
  • Spread · Minnesota Wild+1.5 (-224) → +1.5 (-190)Moved
  • Total · Over5.5 (-110) → 5.5 (-110)Unchanged
  • Total · Under5.5 (-110) → 5.5 (-110)Unchanged

ATS and O/U trends

Florida Panthers
6-4 matchup record · 6-4-0 ATS · 5-5-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Minnesota Wild
8-3 matchup record · 3-7-0 ATS · 3-7-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-12-18T13:14:40.716Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

No verified injury or availability note was included in the published matchup research.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2024-10-22Minnesota Wild 5 · Florida Panthers 1
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Florida Panthers defeated Minnesota Wild 6-1

Florida Panthers defeated Minnesota Wild 6-1 on December 18, 2024, a 5-goal decision in the series. Florida Panthers' strongest period was the 2nd period, when it outscored its opponent 2-0. Against SportsJaw's recorded Florida Panthers -1.5 (+164) spread, Florida Panthers covered, while the 7 combined goals finished over the recorded total of 5.5.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • JoeyBergMoneyline · Florida Panthers -133Win
  • TphamTotal · Over 5.5 (-110)Win
  • DemarcusBryantMoneyline · Minnesota Wild +116Loss
  • NutinbutlocksTotal · Over 5.5 (-110)Win