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Oilers vs. Wild NHL Picks: Hosts to Claim Seventh Straight Win? (Dec 20)

Published Dec 19, 3:21am ET by

Alex Dudley - Betting Preview Analyst and Sports Writer

Last updated Dec 19, 3:21am ET

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NHL action is set for Xcel Energy Center on Dec 20. Find the latest NHL odds and our Oilers vs. Wild picks here.

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Updated Dec 19, 3:21am ET

  • Minnesota Wild have won their last six games in the NHL
  • Edmonton Oilers have gone 7-2-1 across their last ten

Two of the form teams in the Western Conference collide in the NHL on Dec 20, as the Minnesota Wild host the Edmonton Oilers. Find our picks for the fascinating matchup here.

It has been an electric period for the Oilers, as they have won each of their last six to sit third in the Central Division. A win on Saturday will edge them closer to the top of the standings.

Meanwhile, the Oilers also bring strong recent form to the table, winning seven of their last ten, and each of their previous two.

Minnesota Wild vs. Edmonton Oilers Overview Watch On: ESPN+

DATE & TIME

Saturday, December 20, 2025 @ 3:00 PM ET
Minnesota Wild
Xcel Energy Center, Minnesota
Edmonton Oilers

Wild in Leading NHL Form

The Minnesota Wild are currently the form team in the NHL, winning a Western Conference-high of six games in succession.

Minnesota have suffered just two regulation defeats across their last ten, and their winning sequence was maintained on Thursday evening after powering to a 5-2 road success against the Columbus Blue Jackets.

Three of their efforts were scored in the final period, with Matt Boldy, Joel Eriksson Ek, and Ryan Hartman all scoring.

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Oilers Chasing Pacific Division Leaders

The Edmonton Oilers should also be a very confident outfit ahead of this clash after winning each of their last two, and seven of their previous ten.

That run of form sees them sit third in the Pacific Division, and they are just two points adrift of top spot in the division. Their reliable form was maintained on the road on Thursday, beating the Boston Bruins 3-1.

Connor McDavid was once again a standout star, scoring once and making one assist.

Oilers vs. Wild Head-to-Head Record
TOTAL Oilers Wild DRAWS
WINS 107 39 64 -
GOALS 564 255 309

Oilers vs. Wild Picks

The Wild hold a healthy head-to-head advantage over the Oilers, winning 62% of the previous games between the sides in Minnesota. Meanwhile, the Wild have been extremely efficient at the Xcel Energy Center, winning 12 of their 19 games. A home win is a wise selection.

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