NHL game preview

Minnesota Wild at Tampa Bay Lightning

projected score, fair-odds context, available venue conditions, and current value for this matchup.

Game details

StartsOct 8, 2026, 7:10 PM EDT
Market coverage5 tracked opportunitiesUpdated Oct 7, 2:44 PM EDT

Market read

Matchup outlook

The market-implied score favors Tampa Bay Lightning 3.8–2.3 over Minnesota Wild, a 1.5-goal margin. The consensus total is 6.0, with Tampa Bay Lightning -1.5 at home.

Current market

Best current game edges

Compare the current tracked price with Edge’s fair estimate. Sportsbook prices can move quickly.

A

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Minnesota Wild @ Tampa Bay Lightning

+114DraftKings

Under 5.5

Estimated edge
7.8%
Fair odds
-120
Starts
Oct 8, 7:10 PM EDT
C

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Minnesota Wild @ Tampa Bay Lightning

-185DraftKings

Minnesota Wild +1.5

Estimated edge
1.6%
Fair odds
-199
Starts
Oct 8, 7:10 PM EDT