Capitals vs Wild NHL Prediction, Odds, Picks, Best Bets for Oct. 17

Friday's slate in the NHL includes a matchup between the Washington Capitals and the Minnesota Wild.

Before you make your wager on FanDuel Sportsbook, we've got you covered, in terms of the most important information regarding today's NHL betting odds.

Capitals vs Wild Game Info

• Washington Capitals (3-1) vs. Minnesota Wild (2-2)
• Date: Friday, October 17, 2025
• Time: 7 p.m. ET
• Venue: Capital One Arena -- Washington, District of Columbia
• Coverage: ESPN+

Capitals vs Wild Odds

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Capitals vs Wild Prediction & Pick

All NHL win probability predictions and picks are according to numberFire.

• Prediction: Capitals win (62.8%)

Capitals vs Wild Puck Line

• The Capitals are 1.5-goal favorites against the Wild. The Capitals are +198 to cover the spread, and the Wild are -250.

Capitals vs Wild Over/Under

• The Capitals-Wild matchup on Oct. 17 has been given an over/under of 5.5 goals. The over is -120 and the under is -102.

Capitals vs Wild Moneyline

• Washington is the favorite, -128 on the moneyline, while Minnesota is a +106 underdog on the road.

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