Detroit Red Wings vs Minnesota Wild Picks and Predictions February 22nd 2025

Detroit Red Wings vs Minnesota Wild February 22nd 2025

The Wild and Red Wings are set to face off at 12:30 ET on ABC. The Red Wings will host the game at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, MI. The over/under for this game is set at 5.5 goals, and the Red Wings are favored by -1.5 vs. the Wild in a non-conference matchup.

Minnesota vs. Detroit Key Information

• Teams: Wild at Red Wings
• Where: Little Caesars Arena Detroit
• Date: Saturday, February 22nd
• Betting Odds DET -112 | MIN -107 O/U 5.5

The Wild Can Win If…

With a 2-1 overtime win over the Maple Leafs, the Wild improved to 33-19-4. Minnesota, favored by -1.5 goals, failed to cover the puck line. The total for the game was set at 6 goals, but the teams combined for just 3.

Ryan Hartman scored first for the Wild at 9:41 in the first period, but the Maple Leafs tied it with 52 seconds left in the period. Matt Boldy secured the win with a goal at 2:14 in overtime.

Ryan Hartman opened the scoring for the Wild with his third goal of the season, while Matt Boldy netted his sixth goal, which came 2:14 into overtime. Jared Spurgeon contributed with two assists, bringing his season total to three. Marco Rossi also added an assist, his seventh of the year.

The Wild took 33 shots on goal but were held scoreless in the second and third periods. They recorded 15 giveaways in the game.

Defensively, the Wild gave up a late first-period goal to the Maple Leafs, but they kept Toronto off the scoreboard the rest of the way, leading to a 2-1 overtime win. Filip Gustavsson made 27 saves with a 96.4% save percentage, and the Wild’s defense added 7 takeaways and 22 hits.

• Through their last three games, the Wild have a record of 2-1. This also includes going 2-1 puck line and an over-under mark of 1-2.
• Minnesota has put together a record of 6-4 in their last ten games (regular season). In these matchups, they ended with an puck line record of 6-4 and an over-under mark of 3-6-1.

The Red Wings Can Win If…

With a 2-1 win over the Sabres, the Red Wings improved to 28-22-5. Detroit, favored on the puck line, didn’t cover, and the total of 3 goals fell short of the 6.5 line. All of Detroit’s scoring came in the second period, after the Sabres took the lead in the first.

Dylan Larkin scored both goals for the Red Wings, and both came on the power play. Detroit’s defense held Buffalo scoreless after the first period, and Cam Talbot recorded 31 saves in the win.

Detroit’s offense was held scoreless in the first period before Dylan Larkin netted both of the team’s goals in the second, bringing his season total to 6 and 7. Larkin took 4 shots on goal, with both of his goals coming on power plays.

The Red Wings managed 23 shots on goal, but also had 15 giveaways. Patrick Kane picked up his 6th assist of the season, while Alex DeBrincat added his 4th and Lucas Raymond his 10th.

Detroit’s defense gave up the first goal at 11:39 in the first period, but they shut down Buffalo the rest of the way, leading to a 2-1 win. Cam Talbot made 31 saves with a 96.9% save percentage, and the Red Wings’ defense added 4 takeaways and 11 hits.

• Detroit will look to keep things rolling as they have put together a mark of 2-1 over their past three games. In terms of betting, the team went 2-1 puck line in these matchups. Their over/under record in these matchups is 2-1.
• Through their last ten regular season contests, Detroit has a record of 7-3. This includes going 8-2 vs. the puck line along with an over-under mark of 3-6-1.

The Lean

For a moneyline pick, I’m taking the Red Wings to pick up on a win over the Wild at home. With the moneyline sitting at -112, I’ll be locking in a bet on the Red Wings straight-up.

If you’re looking for a puck line bet, I’d suggest going with the Wild to cover. Even in the event of a Red Wings victory, this game is expected to be closely fought, and the Wild should cover the puck line.

If you’re looking at the over/under line set at 5.5 goals, our prediction is that this game will exceed that mark, and we strongly advise placing a bet on the over.

Detroit Looks to Secure Playoff Spot Amid Tough Schedule

The Detroit Red Wings return from the two-week break for the 4 Nations Face-Off tournament with their sights set on an elusive postseason berth. Having missed the playoffs since the 2015-16 season, the Red Wings find themselves clinging to a playoff spot with 27 games remaining. Their playoff quest resumes with a Saturday afternoon matchup against the Minnesota Wild at Little Caesars Arena.

According to Tankathon.com, Detroit faces the league’s toughest remaining schedule. However, top defenseman Moritz Seider isn’t concerned about the challenge ahead.

“I don’t even want to know if we have the hardest schedule or if we’re flying the most amount of miles in the league,” Seider said. “There are no excuses right now. We have to win, we have to get points, and no matter who we play, I think if we bring our A game, we have a good chance of getting two points.”

Coaching Change Sparks Red Wings’ Resurgence

The Red Wings’ turnaround began in late December when general manager Steve Yzerman replaced head coach Derek Lalonde with Todd McLellan, known for his no-nonsense coaching style. Under McLellan’s guidance, Detroit has recorded two seven-game winning streaks, the latest of which ended with a 6-3 loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning on Feb. 8.

“We’ve just been playing real good hockey all the way around, doing a lot of things well,” forward Joe Veleno said. “Competing, and our attention to details have been sharp. When Todd came in here, he introduced us to a lot of new systems and the way we’d like to play. We feel good about our chances and our game. We definitely want to be that team to push to the very end and learn from those mistakes last year that didn’t get us in the playoffs.”

Detroit’s offensive leaders include captain Dylan Larkin and Alex DeBrincat, while Seider anchors a defense that has shown significant improvement under McLellan. Goaltender Ville Husso has provided stability in the net, giving the Red Wings a solid foundation for their playoff push.

Wild Face Road-Heavy Stretch Without Kaprizov

The Minnesota Wild, currently holding third place in the Central Division, also aim to solidify their playoff positioning. They closed the pre-break schedule with five wins in their last seven games, capping the stretch with a 6-3 victory over the New York Islanders on Feb. 8. Matt Boldy led the charge in that game, scoring two goals and adding an assist.

However, the Wild continue to play without their top scorer, Kirill Kaprizov, who remains on long-term injured reserve following lower-body surgery. Kaprizov, who hasn’t played since Jan. 26, has yet to resume practicing, leaving Minnesota without its most dynamic offensive weapon.

Without Kaprizov, the Wild have struggled to generate consistent offense, as evidenced by their two shutout losses since his injury. Nevertheless, the team is determined to maintain its momentum as it faces a demanding schedule that includes five road games in its first seven contests after the break.

“It feels good (to) mentally reset, and we all know what’s at stake this next 26 games or so. So, it’s a sprint now,” forward Marcus Foligno said. “We’re excited to be back. This is coming into the best time of the year.”

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Season Series and Playoff Implications

Saturday’s matchup marks the first of two meetings between the Red Wings and Wild in a span of four days. The teams will face off again in Minnesota on Tuesday, with Detroit hosting the Anaheim Ducks in between. Both games against the Wild carry significant playoff implications, as each team looks to gain critical points in the tightly contested playoff races of their respective conferences.

For the Red Wings, holding serve at home is essential as they navigate the NHL’s toughest remaining schedule. Meanwhile, the Wild aim to stay afloat without Kaprizov, relying on Boldy and veteran forwards like Foligno to shoulder the offensive load.

With both teams eager to resume play and strengthen their playoff bids, Saturday’s showdown in Detroit promises to be a high-stakes battle that sets the tone for the final stretch of the regular season.