Minnesota Wild vs Utah Mammoth Betting Pick & Prediction for 2/27

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The Minnesota Wild are set to take on the Utah Mammoth in an NHL regular season game. The Wild come into this game with a strong record of 35-14-10. They are ranked second in both their conference and division. The game will take place at the Delta Center, with a scheduled start time of 9:00 PM on Friday, February 27, 2026. Fans can catch the action live on ESPN+.

On the other side, the Utah Mammoth hold a record of 30-24-4. They are ranked sixth in their conference and fourth in their division. Head Coach André Tourigny will lead the Mammoth as they play on their home ice. Both teams are part of the Western Central Division, adding an extra layer of competition to this encounter.

Wild vs Mammoth Game Day Info

  • Sport: NHL
  • Teams: Minnesota Wild vs. Utah Mammoth
  • Venue: Delta Center
  • Date: Friday, February 27, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Utah Mammoth MoneyLine -135, Minnesota Wild MoneyLine +113

Minnesota Wild Team Preview

The Minnesota Wild are coming off a strong performance against the Colorado Avalanche. They secured a 5-2 win, showing their offensive strength with 36 shots on goal. Matt Boldy was a standout player, contributing with 2 goals and 2 assists.

In their recent games, the Wild have shown consistency in their offensive plays. Against the Nashville Predators, they achieved a narrow 6-5 victory with 43 shots on goal. Joel Eriksson Ek was notable with 2 goals in that game.

Filip Gustavsson has been solid in the net for the Wild. He made 44 saves against the Avalanche, allowing just 1 goal. The Wild’s defense also helped with 13 blocks in that game.

Utah Mammoth Team Preview

The Utah Mammoth recently had a challenging game against the Colorado Avalanche, losing 4-2 at home. The Mammoth managed 30 shots on goal, with Dylan Guenther scoring both goals. Mikhail Sergachev and Clayton Keller contributed with assists, but it wasn’t enough to secure a win.

In their game against the Detroit Red Wings, the Mammoth secured a 4-1 victory. Nick Schmaltz and Clayton Keller each tallied a goal and an assist. Dylan Guenther also added a goal, helping the Mammoth capitalize on their 25 shots on goal.

The Mammoth had an impressive 6-2 win against the Vancouver Canucks. Nick Schmaltz was a standout with three goals and an assist. John Marino assisted on three goals, and Lawson Crouse contributed a goal and an assist, showcasing strong offensive play.

BTB Betting Pick

For the moneyline pick, Utah Mammoth is favored at -135. They have a slight edge in goals and shots on goal compared to Minnesota Wild. The projected score is Utah Mammoth 3, Minnesota Wild 2. With Utah’s better ranking in goals against and saves, they are likely to win.

Regarding the over/under, the line is set at 6.0 with the under at -125. The projected total score is 5, suggesting a low-scoring game. Both teams have solid defensive stats, making the under a reasonable choice.