Minnesota vs Rangers: an Interesting Encounter Coming Up

Prediction for the NHL Minnesota vs Rangers match, which will take place on March 9 at 04:00. Who will be stronger? Check the teams’ conditions and expert betting tips. Several betting options are available!

Minnesota has been on a down streak of late, with one win in seven games! The Wild was stronger than Philadelphia (5:4) and then managed to lose to Buffalo (4:5) and Dallas (3:6). Minnesota remains in third place in the Central Division standings with 67 points. Sure, it's hard to imagine that such a team might not get into the playoffs, but they should improve anyway.

The Rangers finished February poorly, falling to Pittsburgh (0:1) and Vancouver (2:5). However, the New Yorkers started March with three wins in three games. They beat St. Louis (5:3), New Jersey (3:1), and Winnipeg (4:1). As for the position of the Rangers in the Capital Division standings, they are in second place with 77 points, leading the chase after the top Carolina, behind her by six.

We won't risk picking a favorite in the upcoming meeting. The Rangers look better than Minnesota lately, but at home, the Wild can easily deal with them. We would rather note that head-to-head encounters between these opponents often live up to expectations, being very entertaining and high-scoring. We think that this one will be no exception, so we'll bet on the regular TO. Prediction: a total over (5.5).