Minnesota Wild vs New Jersey Devils Picks and Predictions March 29th 2025

Minnesota Wild vs New Jersey Devils March 29th 2025

Betting on today’s Devils and Wild game? Catch the action at Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul, MN, as the Wild hosts this showdown at 6:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 5.5 goals, with the Wild being the favored by -1.5 goals against the Devils.

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New Jersey vs. Minnesota Key Information

• Teams: Devils at Wild
• Where: Xcel Energy Center St. Paul
• Date: Saturday, March 29th
• Betting Odds MIN -131 | NJ +111 O/U 5.5

The Devils Can Win If…

New Jersey’s record fell to 38-29-7 after a 3-0 loss to the Flames. The Devils were favored on the puck line, with the total set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 3 fell well short of that mark.

The game was scoreless until the third period, when the Flames broke through with three goals. New Jersey’s offense struggled, managing only 22 shots on goal and committing 19 giveaways.

New Jersey’s offense was shut out in their 3-0 loss to Calgary, managing 22 shots on goal but failing to find the net. The Devils struggled with possession, giving the puck away 19 times.

New Jersey was held scoreless through all three periods, as they were unable to capitalize on any of their chances.

Defensively, the Devils held strong through two periods, but they gave up three goals in the 3rd, including an empty netter. Jacob Markstrom made 29 saves with a 93.5% save percentage. The Devils’ defense also had 5 takeaways and 22 hits.

• The Devils have gone 1-2 over their last three regular season games. Their record vs the puck line sits at 1-2 in these matchups, while posting a 2-1 over-under mark.
• Through their last ten regular season contests, New Jersey has a record of 5-5. In these matchups, they ended with an puck line record of 4-6 and an over-under mark of 5-5.

The Wild Can Win If…

With a 2-1 overtime win against the Maple Leafs, the Wild improved their record to 41-27-5. Minnesota entered the game as -1.5 goal favorites, but didn’t cover the puck line. The total was set at 6 goals, and the teams combined for just 3.

Ryan Hartman opened the scoring for the Wild in the first period, but Toronto tied it up with just 52 seconds left in the period. Matt Boldy netted the game-winner 2:14 into overtime.

Ryan Hartman opened the scoring for the Wild, netting his third goal of the season at 9:41 in the first period. Matt Boldy later secured the 2-1 victory with his sixth goal, coming 2:14 into overtime.

Jared Spurgeon contributed with two assists, bringing his season total to three. The Wild fired 33 shots on goal but were held scoreless in the second and third periods.

Defensively, the Wild will look to carry their momentum into this game after allowing just one goal to Toronto in their previous matchup. Filip Gustavsson made 27 saves with a 96.4% save percentage, and the defense added 7 takeaways and 22 hits. The only goal they allowed came on a Maple Leafs power play with 52 seconds left in the first period.

• Over their last three regular season games, the Wild have gone 1-2 straight up. This includes going 1-2 vs. the puck line along with an over-under mark of 2-1.
• Minnesota has put together a record of 5-5 in their last ten games (regular season). Across these games, their puck line record was just 6-4, while posting an over-under record of 3-7.

The Lean

If you’re looking for a moneyline pick, my choice is the Wild to take down the Devils at home. With the moneyline currently at -131, I’m placing my bet on the Wild straight-up.

When it comes to a puck line pick, our choice is the Wild to secure the win and cover. Expect the Wild to dominate this one with a multi-goal win over the Devils.

For those looking at the over/under line set at 5.5 goals, our expectation is that this game will surpass that mark, and we suggest making a bet on the over.

Wild, Devils Eye Playoff Positioning in Critical Saturday Clash

SAINT PAUL, Minn. — With the playoff picture tightening in both conferences, the Minnesota Wild and New Jersey Devils square off Saturday night in the first of a pivotal home-and-home set that could have major postseason implications.

Wild Fighting Through Injuries to Stay in the Race

Minnesota (41-27-5, 87 points) is clinging to a wild-card position in the Western Conference and looking to stack wins with just nine games left. The Wild earned an important 4-2 win over the Capitals on Thursday and are hoping to build momentum despite still being without injured stars Kirill Kaprizov and Joel Eriksson Ek.

Both players are nearing a return but will miss Saturday’s contest. Their absence puts more on the shoulders of veterans like Marcus Foligno, who stressed the importance of a big-picture approach as the team eyes a strong finish.

The Wild will turn to Filip Gustavsson in net. He’s been steady with a 29-16-4 record, 2.46 GAA, and .918 save percentage this season — and has performed well in limited action against the Devils.

Devils Trying to Shake Slump in Tight Metropolitan Race

New Jersey (38-29-7, 83 points) remains in third place in the Metropolitan Division, but their grip is loosening after a 1-3-1 slide, capped by a 4-0 loss in Winnipeg on Friday. With the Rangers and Canadiens close behind in the Eastern playoff chase, the Devils need to regroup quickly.

Head coach Sheldon Keefe called for a stronger offensive push after the team was blanked on Friday. One positive sign was the expected availability of Dawson Mercer, who took a stick to the face but is set to play despite facial damage.

Jacob Markstrom is likely to start in goal for New Jersey, bringing a solid track record against Minnesota (7-3-2, 2.24 GAA, .925 SV%).

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Playoff Urgency on Both Sides

With both clubs in the thick of their respective playoff hunts, expect a playoff-style intensity from puck drop. This home-and-home set offers a rare opportunity for either team to swing momentum in their favor — or fall further into a crowded field of contenders.

Minnesota will try to capitalize on home ice, where they’re 22-11-3 this season. Meanwhile, the Devils will look to tighten up their game defensively and rediscover their scoring touch before it’s too late.