Minnesota Wild vs Detroit Red Wings Picks and Prediction for Sunday April 5 2026
Use Code WWWC The Minnesota Wild, sitting at 43-21-12, head to Detroit to take on the Detroit Red Wings (40-28-8) at Little Caesars Arena. After dropping their last game, the Red Wings will be aiming to bounce back on Sunday, end their brief one-game skid, and pull even in the season series with the Wild. Get involved in the action with our free NHL picks.
Minnesota vs. Detroit Game Information
- April 5, 2026
- 1:00pm EST
- Little Caesars Arena
- HBO Max/TNT/truTV
Detroit Form & Recent Results
Detroit heads into this game trying to bounce back after a tough stretch, as they’re currently riding a one-game losing streak and have dropped three of their last five. Their most recent result was a 4–1 loss to the New York Rangers on the road Saturday, where David Perron provided the only goal for the Red Wings. Even though the scoreboard didn’t go their way, Detroit wasn’t exactly sitting back, as they fired 32 shots on net and racked up nine penalty minutes, which shows they had chances but couldn’t finish enough of them and spent a little too much time shorthanded.
Overall this year, Alex DeBrincat has been Detroit’s main offensive driver, leading the team with 39 goals and also sitting atop the points leaderboard with 80 total points. Captain Dylan Larkin hasn’t been far behind in the goal department either, putting up 30 goals of his own. When it comes to creating plays and setting up scoring chances, Lucas Raymond has been their top distributor with 47 assists. Defensively, though, the Red Wings have been leaking goals lately, over their last five games they’ve allowed an average of 3.6 goals per game, so tightening things up in their own zone is a clear priority. Detroit also lost to Minnesota earlier in the season, so this game gives them a chance to even the season series while also trying to get their defense back on track after that disappointing loss to the Rangers.
Minnesota Form & Recent Results
Minnesota comes into this game feeling confident, riding a two-game winning streak and playing solid hockey overall with three wins in their last five games. Their most recent result was a strong 4–1 road win over Ottawa on Saturday, where Mats Zuccarello played a key role by picking up two assists and helping drive the Wild’s offense. Minnesota also brought a physical edge in that game, finishing with 13 hits, which shows they weren’t just relying on skill, they were willing to battle for space and make things uncomfortable for their opponent.
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On the season, the Wild’s scoring has been led by Kirill Kaprizov and Matt Boldy, who have combined for 40 goals each, giving Minnesota two reliable threats who can change a game quickly. Ryan Hartman has also been an important contributor, sitting next with 22 goals so far this year. Kaprizov isn’t just leading in goals either, he’s also the team’s top point producer with 84 points on the season, highlighting how much the offense runs through him. Meanwhile, Quinn Hughes, acquired by Minnesota after appearing in 26 games this season for Vancouver, has been the Wild’s best playmaker, leading the team with 47 assists this season. Over their last five games, Minnesota has averaged 3.6 goals per game, and they’ll be aiming to carry that scoring touch into Sunday afternoon in Detroit, hoping to repeat the success they had earlier in the season when they beat the Red Wings.
Key Stats
- Minnesota’s Kirill Kaprizov this season: 40 goals, 84 points
- Detroit’s Alex DeBrincat this season: 39 goals, 80 points
Betting Odds & Market Overview:
- MIN -120 / DET +100; O/U 5.5
Minnesota vs. Detroit Picks and Prediction
Minnesota already got the better of Detroit in an overtime win earlier in the season, and now the Wild will be trying to complete a season sweep. The Red Wings, meanwhile, will be looking to level the season series and make a statement on home ice. With this game being played in Detroit, the Wings should have a bit of extra energy and momentum from the home crowd, but they can’t afford to overlook Minnesota. The Wild have been finding their rhythm offensively lately, and if that scoring touch carries over into this game, Detroit will have its hands full. Final Score Prediction, Minnesota Wild win 3-0.
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