The Utah Mammoth host the Minnesota Wild at the Delta Center on February 27, 2026, in an important Western Conference matchup between two playoff contenders. Minnesota comes into the game in excellent form and sits among the top teams in the conference, while Utah is fighting to stay inside the playoff picture after slipping slightly in recent days. Both teams bring strong defensive structure and balanced scoring, making this a tight contest on paper. Utah’s home defensive record and Minnesota’s powerful road offense set up an interesting battle where small moments, special teams, and goaltending could decide the outcome.
Match Information
| Match | Minnesota Wild vs Utah Mammoth |
|---|---|
| Date | February 27, 2026 |
| Time | 9:00 PM ET |
| Venue | Delta Center, Salt Lake City |
| TV | ESPN+ |
| Moneyline | Mammoth -135 / Wild +115 |
| Puck Line | Mammoth -1.5 / Wild +1.5 |
| Total | 6.5 Goals |
Predicted Score: Mammoth 4 – Wild 3
Main Picks: Wild +1.5, Under 6.5
Team Form & Season Performance
Minnesota has been one of the most consistent teams this season, especially offensively. They rank among the top scoring teams in the league and carry a strong goal differential. Their power play is also one of the best, which gives them an edge in close games.
Utah, on the other hand, relies heavily on its defensive strength. The Mammoth have allowed one of the lowest goal totals in the league and play a structured system that works especially well at home.
| Category | Wild | Mammoth |
|---|---|---|
| Record | 35–14–10 | 30–24–4 |
| Goals For/Game | 3.3 | 3.2 |
| Goals Against/Game | 2.8 | 2.8 |
| Goal Differential | +29 | +24 |
| Power Play | 25.6% (Top 6) | 15.7% |
Minnesota’s special teams advantage could play a key role, especially if the game becomes physical.
Recent Form & Trends
Minnesota enters this matchup on a six-game winning streak and has scored at least three goals in each of its last six road games. Their offense has been especially dangerous late in games.
Utah has been solid overall with an 11–5 record in its last 16 games and is strong at home, winning six of the last eight at the Delta Center.
Key trends:
- Minnesota is 6-0 in its last six games
- Utah is 6-2 in its last eight home games
- The total has gone Over in 13 of Minnesota’s last 14 games
- Utah is 5-2 in its last seven Western Conference games
Head-to-Head Record
Utah has had the edge in recent meetings between the two teams.
| H2H Insight | Data |
|---|---|
| Since 2024 | Mammoth lead 4–1 |
| 2025–26 Meeting | Mammoth won 6–2 |
| Avg Goals (H2H) | Mammoth 3.7, Wild 2.5 |
| Home Advantage | Utah strong at Delta Center |
Minnesota has struggled against Utah’s defensive system and physical play style.
Key Players to Watch
Utah Mammoth Leaders
| Player | Goals | Assists | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clayton Keller | 17 | 38 | 55 |
| Nick Schmaltz | 23 | 30 | 53 |
| Dylan Guenther | 26 | 23 | 49 |
| John-Jason Peterka | 20 | 18 | 38 |
| Mikhail Sergachev | 9 | 29 | 38 |
Keller and Guenther both come into this game on recent scoring runs.
Minnesota Wild Leaders
| Player | Goals | Assists | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kirill Kaprizov | 32 | 40 | 72 |
| Matthew Boldy | 34 | 32 | 66 |
| Quinn Hughes | 5 | 53 | 58 |
| Joel Eriksson Ek | 17 | 25 | 42 |
| Brock Faber | 13 | 25 | 38 |
Boldy recently delivered a big performance, while Kaprizov continues to lead the offense.
Goaltending Outlook
Utah is expected to rely on Karel Vejmelka, who has been steady overall despite a difficult last outing. Minnesota’s goaltending situation remains competitive, with Filip Gustavsson coming off a strong performance where he handled heavy shot volume.
Goaltending consistency could be a deciding factor in what is expected to be a close game.
Injury Report
Minnesota Wild
- Jonas Brodin – Injured Reserve (lower body)
- Filip Gustavsson – Day-to-day (illness)
Utah Mammoth
- Michael Carcone – Day-to-day (illness)
- Anson Thornton – Injured Reserve
- Terrell Goldsmith – Injured Reserve
Utah’s lineup is relatively stable, while Minnesota is monitoring its goaltending situation.
Betting Insights
- Combined average goals per game: 6.5
- Utah has one of the top defensive units in the league
- Minnesota’s games have recently been high-scoring
- Utah is 1–4 in recent meetings when Minnesota is in strong form
- Market consensus slightly favors Utah at home
Player Props to Watch
| Player Prop | Insight |
|---|---|
| Kirill Kaprizov Anytime Point | Team’s top scorer |
| Matthew Boldy Over 0.5 Points | Hot recent form |
| Clayton Keller Anytime Point | Three-game streak |
| Dylan Guenther Anytime Goal | Leading scorer for Utah |
Best Picks for Mammoth vs Wild
| Market | Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Utah Mammoth |
| Puck Line | Minnesota +1.5 |
| Total | Under 6.5 |
| Value Angle | Both teams to score in 3rd period (lean) |
Match Prediction
Minnesota’s current momentum and offensive depth make them dangerous, but Utah’s strong home defense and recent head-to-head success cannot be ignored. Expect a tight game where the margin stays small throughout.
Predicted Score: Mammoth 4 – Wild 3
This matchup brings together two well-balanced teams with different strengths. Minnesota’s attack is one of the best in the Western Conference, but Utah’s defensive discipline and home advantage give them a slight edge. The safest betting approach is backing the Mammoth to win a close game while taking Minnesota on the puck line for protection. The total leans Under as both teams tighten up in what could feel like a playoff-style contest.
