After returning from the All-Star break, the Minnesota Wild will fight to maintain their current playoff standing. So, they will be looking to break their road slump against the Wild. Here are our picks and predictions for the Coyotes vs Wild game.
Wild’s Monday night journey to Tempe, Arizona, might prove fruitful, given their previous success versus the Arizona Coyotes. Before wagering on the match, make sure you know how to bet on hockey.
Betting Analysis and Predictions
Hockey betting sites had Minnesota ranked third in the Central Division heading into the break, but the Wild needed to perform very well to stay in the West’s top eight. The Wild have won their last two games at home, in overtime or a shootout. Both times, the final score was 3-2.
Meanwhile, Arizona has the third-fewest points in the West with 38, putting them at risk of missing the playoffs for a third consecutive season. The Wild have dominated the Coyotes in their prior meetings this year. They have also won 14 of 16 games overall versus the Coyotes. But the Minnesota Wild has not underestimated the Coyotes. The Wild have won three straight games and six of the previous seven in Arizona despite this being their first trip to Tempe to face the Coyotes.
Despite just winning three of their last 16 games, Arizona is currently riding a 2-1-1 streak after their 2-1 overtime loss to Anaheim on January 28. Despite the setback, sports betting experts saw how Coyotes head coach Andre Tourigny was proud of his team’s performance.
On January 26, the Coyotes defeated the St. Louis Blues 5-0 in front of their home fans courtesy of 33 saves from goalkeeper Karel Vejmelka. Vejmelka has won his last two games despite having a 4.23 goals-against average throughout his eight-game losing streak.
Coyotes vs Wild Betting Picks
Game Time: February 6, 2023 at 9:00 PM EDT
Bet on Arizona Coyotes at +1.5
The Coyotes have not been playing well this season. However, they could upset the Wild at home.
