Analyzing the Odds, Picks, and Same-Game Parlay for Game 2 between the Wild and Knights on April 22nd

• The Golden Knights are -245 moneyline favorites over the Wild in Game 2 of their 1st Round playoff series
• Vegas is 4-0 against Minnesota this season, outscoring them 16-6
• See the Wild vs Golden Knights Game 2 odds, plus my picks and Same-Game Parlay below

You better brew an extra pot of coffee, because it’s going to be a late night on the East Coast sweating playoff hockey tonight. The four-game slate culminates with the Wild and Golden Knights, in a game that doesn’t drop the puck until 11:10 pm ET on ESPN.

Vegas is up 1-0 in the best-of-seven series in the NHL playoff bracket, and online sportsbooks expect them to increase their lead in Game 2.

Minnesota Wild vs Vegas Golden Knights Odds

The Golden Knights are currently -245 moneyline favorites, and are laying 1.5 goals on the puck line at +114 odds. The total sits at 5.5, with Minnesota coming back as +200 underdogs.

Odds as of April 21st at Caesars. Check out SBD’s Caesars Sportsbook review to see the available sign-up bonuses.

Per the NHL public betting trends, Vegas is 4-0 this season versus the Wild, and 3-1 against the spread. Two of the four games went over the total, but none of the outings exceeded 6 goals.

Minnesota Wild vs Vegas Golden Knights Picks

• Under 5.5 (-110 at Caesars)

My prediction for Game 1 was under 5.5 goals. Although the final score read 4-2 in favor of the Golden Knights, I still believe it was the right side to back. For starters, neither team produced 3 expected goals. Vegas exceeded its expected goal mark by 1.05 goals, while Minnesota fell just below expectation.

Both teams struggled to generate scoring chances, which should suit the Wild just fine. They are severely deficient in the offensive talent category outside of Kirill Kaprizov and Matt Boldy (who scored both Minny goals). Their only chance to hang with a superior offensive team like the Golden Knights is to muck it up. That was clearly their strategy on Sunday, as they outhit Vegas 54-29, and only surrendered 10 high danger scoring chances.

Wild vs Golden Knights Game 1 Advanced Stats

Corsi For percentage was basically equal, while neither club reached 25 shots on goal. Although the Golden Knights have a wealth of offensive talent, they’re also one of the stingier defensive teams. The combo makes them a viable Stanley Cup odds contender, as they chase their second title in three years.

Vegas ranked third this season in goals against and high dangers chances allowed. Goalie Adin Hill is 10-2-1 in his last 13 stats, with a .915 save percentage and a 2.05 GAA. He’s made three starts against the Wild so far, holding them to 4 goals, while stopping 56 of 60 shots.

Minnesota meanwhile, was sixth in expected goals against during the regular season, and 27th in expected goals for. 55% of their contests fell under the total, and I’m running back my Game 1 prediction, by picking under 5.5 goals in Game 2 as well. Until the Wild show they can punch back against the Golden Knights on the scoresheet, I’m going to continue to fade Minnesota’s offense.

Wild vs Golden Knights Same-Parlay

Moving over to the Same-Game Parlay market, where I’m parlaying under 2.5 goals for the Wild with 3+ shots for Tomas Hertl. Playoff Hertl was in fine form in Game 1, scoring once and drawing an assist. The 31-year-old tied for the team lead in shots with 4, and created the second most chances with 6.

Hertl finished third in the regular season among Golden Knights players in shots on goal, and ice time. He’s a key piece of the Vegas powerplay and has racked up 12 shots in three games against Minnesota during the regular season and playoffs combined.

The Minnesota Wild and the Vegas Golden Knights are set to face off in Game 2 of their first-round playoff series on April 22nd. After a thrilling Game 1 that saw the Golden Knights come out on top with a 1-0 victory, both teams will be looking to make adjustments and come out on top in Game 2.

When analyzing the odds for this matchup, the Golden Knights are currently favored to win with odds of -160, while the Wild are the underdogs with odds of +140. This means that Vegas is seen as the more likely team to come out on top in this game, but anything can happen in the playoffs and the Wild will be looking to even up the series.

In terms of picks for this game, many experts are leaning towards the Golden Knights to come out on top once again. Vegas has been one of the top teams in the league all season and they have a strong roster that is capable of competing with any team in the playoffs. However, the Wild have shown that they are a resilient team and they have the talent to pull off an upset in this series.

For those looking to add some excitement to the game, a same-game parlay could be a fun option. A same-game parlay allows bettors to combine multiple bets into one wager, increasing the potential payout. Some popular same-game parlay options for this matchup could include betting on the Golden Knights to win, the total goals scored in the game, and which player will score the first goal.

Overall, Game 2 between the Wild and Knights is shaping up to be an exciting matchup with plenty of betting opportunities. Whether you’re looking to bet on the outcome of the game or spice things up with a same-game parlay, there are plenty of options to consider for this playoff showdown.