Minnesota Wild vs New York Islanders Betting Pick & Prediction for 11/7

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The NHL regular season is getting underway with a game between the Minnesota Wild and the New York Islanders. The Wild, led by head coach John Hynes, hold a record of 5-7-3. They have had mixed results with a conference record of 4-4 and a division record of 2-3.

The New York Islanders, coached by Patrick Roy, will host the game at UBS Arena. The Islanders have a balanced record of 6-6-2. They aim to improve their 4-6 conference record and 2-4 division record. The game will be broadcast on ESPN+ on Friday, November 7, 2025, at 7:00 PM.

Wild vs Islanders Game Day Info

  • Sport: NHL
  • Teams: Minnesota Wild vs. New York Islanders
  • Venue: UBS Arena
  • Date: Friday, November 7, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Islanders MoneyLine -133, Wild MoneyLine +111

Minnesota Wild Team Preview

The Minnesota Wild have had a mixed set of results in their recent games. They recently lost to the Carolina Hurricanes with a score of 4-3. In that game, Matt Boldy stood out with 2 goals, while Filip Gustavsson made 23 saves on 27 shots.

Earlier, the Wild secured a win against the Nashville Predators, ending 3-2. Kirill Kaprizov contributed with a goal and an assist in this victory. Filip Gustavsson had an impressive performance with 32 saves on 34 shots.

The Wild have been consistent in generating shots on goal, ranking 2nd in the league with 439 shots. Their power play has been effective, with 18 power play goals, placing them 1st in the league. Defensively, they have registered 351 hits, ranking 4th among teams.

New York Islanders Team Preview

The New York Islanders are coming off a narrow 4-3 loss to the Boston Bruins. In that game, Bo Horvat scored twice, showcasing his offensive abilities. The Islanders managed 33 shots on goal but couldn’t capitalize on their power-play chances.

In their previous home game, the Islanders edged out the Columbus Blue Jackets with a 3-2 win. Matthew Schaefer played a key role with two goals, while Simon Holmstrom added another. The Islanders had a strong offensive presence with 39 shots on goal and a power-play goal.

The Islanders have been consistent in blocking shots and delivering hits. They ranked 19th in blocks and 27th in hits for the season. This physical play is an integral part of their strategy, supporting their defensive efforts.

BTB Betting Pick

The New York Islanders are favored to win with a moneyline of -133 against the Minnesota Wild at +111. The Islanders have strong skater stats, ranking high in shots on goal and power play goals. With these factors, the Islanders are the pick to win the game.

The total for the game is set at 6.5, with the under at -112 and the over at -108. The skater and goaltending stats suggest a lower-scoring game, with both teams having solid defensive records. The projected score is 3-2 in favor of the Islanders, making the under 6.5 the recommended pick.