Minnesota Wild vs Edmonton Oilers Prediction and Picks - December 2, 2025
Use Code WWWC National League Hockey action on Tuesday evening, and we have a Minnesota Wild vs Edmonton Oilers Prediction ready to roll for you. The Wild enter this game off a 3-2 shootout home loss to Buffalo to fall to 14-12 on the year. Edmonton is off a 4-0 road win over Seattle to improve to 11-15 on the season. Edmonton took two of the three meetings a year ago. Read on to see our Wild vs Oilers prediction.
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Minnesota Stunned At Home By Buffalo
Minnesota’s most recent game was a 3–2 shootout loss to the Buffalo Sabres on November 29, where Filip Gustavsson made 31 saves but was beaten twice in the shootout. Kirill Kaprizov scored his 17th goal of the season, and Matt Boldy added another in the second period, but the Wild couldn’t hold off Buffalo’s late push and dropped their first game after a seven‑game unbeaten streak.
Offensively, Minnesota has been streaky, averaging just 2.8 goals per game (25th) despite ranking 16th in shots (27.9 per game). Kaprizov remains the centerpiece with 31 points, including seven power‑play goals, while Boldy has chipped in eight goals and six assists over his last 10 outings. The Wild’s power play has been a bright spot at 24.2% (7th), giving them a reliable weapon when they draw penalties. Still, their faceoff win rate of 47.7% (23rd) often leaves them chasing possession, and secondary scoring has been inconsistent.
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Defensively, Minnesota has been much stronger, allowing just 2.7 goals per game (9th), though they surrender 30.5 shots per game (28th). Gustavsson has been steady with a 2.74 GAA and .905 save percentage, while Jesper Wallstedt has impressed in limited action with a 1.93 GAA and .938 save percentage. The penalty kill sits at 79% (22nd), not elite but serviceable, and the team’s discipline has been tested with 257 penalty minutes (11th most). Against Edmonton’s explosive power play, Minnesota’s ability to stay out of the box will be critical if they want to bounce back from the Buffalo loss.
Oilers Blank Seattle On The Road
Edmonton’s most recent game was a 4–0 win over the Seattle Kraken on November 29, where Stuart Skinner rebounded from a rough outing against Dallas by stopping all 26 shots for his second shutout of the season. Ryan Nugent-Hopkins opened the scoring with a first-period power-play goal, Leon Draisaitl added his 15th of the year in the second, and Zach Hyman followed with another power-play tally before Connor McDavid capped the night with his 11th goal early in the third. It was a complete performance that snapped a two-game skid and showcased Edmonton’s ability to punish opponents with their special teams.
Offensively, the Oilers continue to lean on their stars, averaging 3.1 goals per game (13th) while ranking 3rd in power-play efficiency at 30.2%. McDavid and Draisaitl each finished with a goal and an assist against Seattle, while Nugent-Hopkins returned from injury to contribute two points. Hyman’s first goal of the season was a welcome sight, and Evan Bouchard chipped in with an assist to keep the puck moving from the blue line. Edmonton’s ability to convert both of its power-play chances highlighted why their man-advantage unit remains one of the most dangerous in the league.
Defensively, the Oilers still have work to do, allowing 3.6 goals per game (29th) on the season, but Skinner’s shutout was a reminder of his potential when locked in. The penalty kill held firm against six Seattle power plays, including a lengthy 5-on-3 in the first period, underscoring the importance of discipline and goaltending. Edmonton limits opponents to 26.6 shots per game (10th), so when their goalie is sharp, they can control outcomes. Heading into their matchup with Minnesota, the Oilers will look to build on the momentum of a complete team win, leaning on their elite power play and star-driven offense to keep rolling.
Minnesota Wild vs Edmonton Oilers Pick
Wild vs Oilers Moneyline Pick
- Edmonton -149 (5 Units)
Backing the Oilers makes sense here because Edmonton is coming off a convincing 4–0 win over the Seattle Kraken on November 29, where Stuart Skinner stopped all 26 shots for his second shutout of the season. Ryan Nugent-Hopkins opened the scoring with a first‑period power‑play goal, Leon Draisaitl added his 15th of the year in the second, Zach Hyman followed with another power‑play tally, and Connor McDavid capped the night with his 11th goal early in the third. The Oilers average 3.1 goals per game (13th) and own one of the league’s most lethal power plays at 30.2% (3rd), which gives them a clear edge against Minnesota’s penalty kill that sits at just 79% (22nd). With McDavid orchestrating the offense and Draisaitl finishing chances, Edmonton has the firepower to dictate pace at home.
Minnesota has been competitive defensively, allowing only 2.7 goals per game (9th), but their offense has lagged behind at 2.8 goals per game (25th). In their last outing, they fell 3–2 in a shootout to Buffalo on November 29, despite goals from Kirill Kaprizov and Matt Boldy. Filip Gustavsson made 29 saves to keep them in it, but the Wild couldn’t solve Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen in the shootout. Their power play has been strong at 24.2% (7th), yet faceoff struggles (47.7%, 23rd) and a tendency to take penalties (257 PIM, 11th most) remain issues. Against Edmonton’s elite special teams, those weaknesses could be costly. With the Oilers riding momentum from a shutout win and boasting more offensive weapons, they look well‑positioned to take this matchup.
Wild vs Oilers Over/Under Pick
- Over 6 (4 Units)
The Over 6 makes sense in Wild–Oilers because both teams bring contrasting strengths that can still push the total higher. Minnesota has been steady defensively at 2.7 goals allowed per game (9th), but they give up a lot of shots (30.5 per game, 28th) and just dropped a 3–2 shootout to Buffalo where they couldn’t close late. Edmonton, meanwhile, is built for offense with Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl driving a unit that averages 3.1 goals per game (13th) and owns a lethal 30.2% power play (3rd). The Oilers also struggle defensively, allowing 3.6 goals per game (29th), which opens the door for Kaprizov and Boldy to find chances. With Edmonton’s firepower and Minnesota’s ability to capitalize on special teams, this matchup has the ingredients for goals on both sides, making the Over 6 a sharp angle.
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