The first-round playoff battle between the Vegas Golden Knights and Minnesota Wild heads back to the desert for a crucial Game 5 at T-Mobile Arena. After Vegas’ dramatic overtime win in Game 4 — thanks to Ivan Barbashev’s late heroics — the series is now knotted up at 2-2, with everything to play for.
Vegas regained momentum, stealing home ice back, and will now try to assert dominance at home where they’ve been strong all season. Meanwhile, Minnesota enters with confidence, believing their recent performances have put them in a “good spot” despite the heartbreak. Filip Gustavsson continues to give the Wild elite goaltending, but can Minnesota overcome Vegas’ offensive firepower in a hostile environment?
Puck drops at 9:30 p.m. ET, with national coverage on ESPN. Here’s everything you need to know before making your bets for this critical Game 5 showdown.
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📊 Where To Watch Golden Knights vs. Wild? (April 29, 2025)
| Detail | Information |
| Game: | Wild @ Golden Knights |
| Date: | Tuesday, April 29, 2025 |
| Time: | 9:30 p.m. ET |
| Location: | T-Mobile Arena, Paradise, NV |
| TV: | ESPN |
🎲 Golden Knights vs. Wild Game Odds
| Bet Type | Golden Knights | Wild |
| Moneyline | -230 | +190 |
| Puck Line | Golden Knights -1.5 (+115) | Wild +1.5 (-135) |
| Over/Under (5.5) | Over (-110) | Under (-110) |
📊 Series Recap: Golden Knights vs. Wild
| Game | Result | Series Standing |
| Game 1 | Golden Knights 4, Wild 2 | VGK leads 1-0 |
| Game 2 | Wild 5, Golden Knights 2 | Series tied 1-1 |
| Game 3 | Wild 5, Golden Knights 2 | Wild leads 2-1 |
| Game 4 | Golden Knights 4, Wild 3 (OT) | Series tied 2-2 |
📈 Golden Knights and Wild Betting Trends
| Category | Golden Knights | Wild |
| Games Over 5.5 Goals | 48/86 (55.8%) | 42/86 (48.8%) |
| Record as Favorite/Underdog | 46-25 (64.8% Favorite) | 19-25 (43.2% Underdog) |
| Last 10 Games | 6-2-2 | 6-3-1 |
| Avg Goals Scored (Last 10) | 3.2 | 3.5 |
| Avg Goals Allowed (Last 10) | 2.6 | 3.1 |
🚑 Golden Knights vs. Wild Injury Report
| Team | Player | Status | Injury |
| Golden Knights | None | — | — |
| Wild | Troy Grosenick | Out for Season | Knee |
| Wild | Marcus Johansson | Day-to-Day | Lower Body |
🎯 Key Player Props to Watch
| Player | Prop | Line | Season Average |
| Jack Eichel (VGK) | Points Over 1.5 | (+125) | 94 Points |
| Mark Stone (VGK) | Assists Over 0.5 | (-140) | 48 Assists |
| Matthew Boldy (MIN) | Goals Over 0.5 | (+140) | 27 Goals |
| Marco Rossi (MIN) | Points Over 0.5 | (-110) | 60 Points |
📋 Same Game Parlay Ideas
- Golden Knights Moneyline (-230)
- Over 5.5 Total Goals (-110)
- Jack Eichel Anytime Goal Scorer (+140)
Sample Parlay Odds: +380
🏒 Final Prediction: Golden Knights vs. Wild Game 5
The Wild are battling hard, but Vegas’ star power and home-ice advantage should make the difference here. Expect a high-energy game where Vegas wears down Minnesota late, much like they did in Game 4. Special teams and net-front play will be key.
- ATS Pick: Golden Knights (-1.5)
- O/U Pick: Over 5.5
- Final Score Prediction: Golden Knights 4, Wild 2
