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Stars vs Wild NHL Prediction, Odds, Picks, Best Bets for NHL Playoffs First Round Game 1

The Dallas Stars will face the Minnesota Wild in NHL action on Saturday.
We've got you covered, in terms of the most important info about NHL betting lines, before you make your wager on FanDuel Sportsbook.
Stars vs Wild Game Info
- Dallas Stars (50-20-12) vs. Minnesota Wild (46-24-12)
- Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026
- Time: 5:30 p.m. ET
- Venue: American Airlines Center -- Dallas, Texas
- Coverage: ESPN
Stars vs Wild Odds
All NHL odds, betting lines and prop bets are available on FanDuel Sportsbook.
Favorite | Underdog | Total | Puck Line |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stars (-120) | Wild (+100) | 5.5 | Stars (-1.5) |
Stars vs Wild Prediction & Pick
All NHL win probability predictions and picks are according to numberFire.
- Prediction: Stars win (59.5%)
Stars vs Wild Puck Line
- The Stars are favored by 1.5 goals (+186 to cover). Minnesota, the underdog, is -235.
Stars vs Wild Over/Under
- A combined goal total of 5.5 has been set for Stars-Wild on April 18, with the over at -132 and the under at +108.
Stars vs Wild Moneyline
- Dallas is a -120 favorite on the moneyline, while Minnesota is a +100 underdog on the road.



