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The upcoming NHL game on January 27, 2026, features the Chicago Blackhawks visiting the Minnesota Wild at the Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul, MN. This matchup promises exciting hockey action with both teams eager to secure a win in the 2025-26 NHL season.
Our picks for this Chicago Blackhawks vs Minnesota Wild game are based on detailed analysis of key factors such as powerplay percentage, penalty kill percentage, and 5-on-5 performance. The Wild hold a notable advantage with a powerplay success rate of 63.4% compared to Chicago's 36.6%, and although Minnesota's penalty kill percentage is slightly negative at -6.3%, their overall gameplay efficiency at 5-on-5 outperforms the Blackhawks. These stats indicate a strong offensive edge for Minnesota, which can influence betting decisions.
Our prediction model, which has a solid hit rate and positive EV in recent games, forecasts a 4-3 victory for the Minnesota Wild on the moneyline market. Bettors have seen profitable outcomes with our NHL picks, especially in the 2way market including overtime and penalties, making this game a promising opportunity for smart bets.
The game will be broadcast on ESPN+ and CHSN, providing fans and bettors with live coverage. For those looking to explore more NHL picks and deepen their betting strategies, visit our comprehensive NHL picks and predictions page.
Considering these insights and our betting tips, placing a wager on Minnesota Wild to edge out the Chicago Blackhawks looks like the best bet for this exciting NHL encounter.
![]() Philadelphia 45-3975% -112Bet105 | |||||||
Minnesota 47-3782% -122BetOnline | |||||||
![]() Edmonton 42-41100% -178Bet105 | |||||||
![]() Boston 44-38-2100% -106Heritage | |||||||
![]() Ottawa 44-40- -119Heritage | |||||||
![]() Los Angeles 34-49-1- +138Bet105 | |||||||
![]() Montreal 48-35-1- +103Heritage | |||||||
![]() Utah 44-40- +102Bet105 |