New York Rangers vs Minnesota Wild Picks and Predictions for Saturday March 14 2026

By: Kim Smith Published 03/14/2026, 12:05 AM ET

The New York Rangers travel to face the Minnesota Wild on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at Grand Casino Arena in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Puck drop is scheduled for 6:00 PM ET with television coverage on ESPN+. The betting odds for this matchup list the New York Rangers at +210 on the moneyline while Minnesota comes in at -258. The puck line shows New York Rangers +1.5 (-120) and Minnesota -1.5 (EVEN) with a total set at 6.5 goals. Be sure to check out our free NHL picks for more daily predictions and betting insights.

Rangers Enter on a Strong Offensive Run

The New York Rangers come into this matchup with a 27-30-8 overall record and an 18-15-2 record on the road this season. New York has been playing strong hockey recently, having recently won over Winnipeg 6-3, Calgary 4-0, Philadelphia 6-2, and Toronto 6-2 while also recently losing to New Jersey 6-3.

Offensively, the Rangers are averaging 2.80 goals per game while allowing 3.12 goals per game this season. They generate about 25.4 shots per game while allowing 28.9 shots against. On special teams, New York has produced 39 power play goals with a 24.1% power play percentage while their penalty kill currently sits at 78.2%.

One of the biggest positives for the Rangers recently has been their scoring surge. In four of their last five games they have scored at least four goals, showing that when their offense gets going they can create problems for opposing defenses.

Subscribe Now

I authorize Picks And Parlays to send me promotional emails

I understand that I can unsubscribe at any time. I have read and accepted the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy. I consent that Picks And Parlays may use third-party services to process my data.

Terms & Conditions

Wild Continue Dominant Season at Home

The Minnesota Wild enter this contest with a 38-16-12 overall record and a strong 19-7-8 home record. Minnesota has remained one of the most consistent teams in the league recently, having recently won over Utah 5-0, Vegas 4-2, and Tampa Bay 5-1 while also recently losing to Philadelphia 3-2 in a shootout and Colorado 3-2 in a shootout.

Minnesota has been productive offensively this season, averaging 3.30 goals per game while allowing just 2.77 goals per game. The Wild generate around 28.6 shots per game but allow 30.1 shots against. Their power play has also been effective with 55 power play goals and a 25.3% power play percentage, while their penalty kill sits at 79.1%.

A key advantage for Minnesota has been their ability to capitalize on scoring chances and convert on the power play. With one of the stronger special teams units in the league, the Wild often turn tight games in their favor by taking advantage of power play opportunities.

New York Rangers vs Minnesota Wild Pick

Rangers vs Wild Pick

Minnesota Wild -1.5

Minnesota has been one of the most consistent teams in the NHL this season and they have been particularly strong on home ice. The Rangers have played better recently but still allow over three goals per game and have struggled with defensive consistency. With Minnesota’s offensive depth and special teams advantage, the Wild have a good chance to control the game and cover the puck line.

Rangers vs Wild Total Pick

Over 6.5

I like the over in this matchup because both teams have shown the ability to generate offense recently. The Rangers have been involved in several high-scoring games during their recent stretch while Minnesota averages over three goals per game on the season. With both offenses capable of producing multiple goals, this matchup has the potential to push past the total.

Final Score Prediction: Wild 5, Rangers 3

This prediction was written before the completion of game play on Friday.