Minnesota Wild vs Montreal Canadiens Picks and Predictions for Tuesday January 20 2026
Use Code WWWC The Minnesota Wild travel to Bell Centre to take on the Montreal Canadiens on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, with puck drop scheduled for 7:00 PM EST. This interconference matchup will be televised on ESPN+, FanDuel Sports Network North, and FanDuel Sports Network Wisconsin. At the time of this writing, the Canadiens are listed as -142 home favorites on the moneyline, while the Wild are priced at +120. The total is set at 6.5 goals with the over at +114 and the under at -135, and the puck line shows Montreal -1.5 (+170) against Minnesota +1.5 (-205). Make sure to check out our free NHL picks for more daily NHL betting insights.
Road-Tested Wild Look to Bounce Back
Minnesota enters this matchup with a 27-13-9 overall record and has been strong away from home this season at 14-7-3 on the road. Over their last five games, the Wild have recently won over the Sabres and Kraken in overtime, while also recently losing to the Jets, Devils, and Islanders. That stretch reflects a team that has been competitive nearly every night but has struggled to string together consistent results.
From a statistical standpoint, Minnesota is averaging 3.10 goals per game while allowing just 2.8 goals against. The Wild generate 28.8 shots per game and allow 29.6 shots, often relying on structure and goaltending to manage defensive-zone pressure. Their power play has been productive with 36 goals and a 22.4% conversion rate.
One area where Minnesota can gain an edge is special teams. The Wild’s power play has been effective against undisciplined opponents, and when they are able to draw penalties and control possession, they can dictate pace even in hostile road environments.
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Canadiens Aim to Control Tempo at Home
Montreal comes into this contest with a 27-15-7 overall record and a 13-10-1 mark at home. In their last five games, the Canadiens have recently won over the Senators in overtime and defeated the Canucks, while also recently losing to the Sabres, Capitals in overtime, and Red Wings. Those results show a team capable of scoring in bunches but still vulnerable defensively.
The Canadiens are averaging 3.39 goals per game while allowing 3.27 goals against. They generate 26 shots per game and allow 27.3 shots, playing a slightly more open style that often leads to higher-event games. Montreal’s power play has been a strength, converting at a 23.9% rate with 34 goals on the season.
Montreal’s biggest advantage is offensive pressure, especially at home. The Canadiens play with pace and aggression in front of their crowd, and that style often forces opponents into penalties or defensive breakdowns when shifts extend in the defensive zone.
Minnesota Wild vs Montreal Canadiens Pick
Minnesota Wild vs Montreal Canadiens Moneyline Pick
- Pick: Montreal Canadiens -142
Montreal holds the edge at home, where their offensive pressure and special teams have been more reliable. The Canadiens’ ability to score quickly and capitalize on power-play chances makes them the safer side against a Minnesota team that has struggled to close games during this recent stretch.
Minnesota Wild vs Montreal Canadiens Total Pick
- Pick: Under 6.5
I’m backing the under here because Minnesota prefers a more structured, defensive approach and has kept opponents under control for most of the season. While Montreal can score, the Wild’s road style and strong goaltending suggest this game stays tighter than the total implies.
Final Score Prediction: Montreal Canadiens 3, Minnesota Wild 2
This prediction was written before the completion of game play on Monday.
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