NHL Playoffs: Minnesota Wild vs. Dallas Stars Picks – Game 4 Betting Preview, Team News, and Predictions (Apr 25)
- When: Saturday, April 25, 2026. 5:30 PM ET
- Where: Xcel Energy Center, Minnesota
- How to Watch: ESPN+
Minnesota Wild vs. Dallas Stars Preview
The Stanley Cup Playoffs continue this weekend, as the first-round clashes begin to reach their conclusions. The Minnesota Wild will have pressure on their shoulders to bounce back following a defeat in Game 3, meaning that they trail the Dallas Stars 2-1 ahead of Game 4. You can find our picks for the clash here.
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Minnesota Wild Stats & Team News
- Overall Record: 45-23-12
- Home Record: 22-10-8
- Road Record: 23-13-4
The Minnesota Wild will have home advantage on Saturday, as they bid to avoid going to within one defeat of elimination in the playoffs. Minnesota gave it everything in Game 3, but they were ultimately beaten in the second period of overtime by the Dallas Stars.
Joel Eriksson Ek, Marcus Johansson, and Michael McCarron also scored in the gutsy showing. However, ultimately, the defeat means that this Game 4 clash is a must-win night.
Injury News:
No injuries
Dallas Stars Stats & Team News
- Overall Record: 50-20-12
- Home Record: 26-11-4
- Road Record: 24-9-8
Saturday presents a golden opportunity for the Dallas Stars, as the franchise could move to within one win of booking their spot in the next round of the playoffs. Glen Gulutzan would have been delighted by his team’s commitment on Wednesday, as the Stars kept their nerve to seal the win in the second period of overtime.
It was an even stronger showing by the Stars when you consider that they had earlier thrown away a 2-1 first period advantage, before battling back from 3-2 down in the final frame. Jason Robertson and Matt Duchene both ended the night with a goal and two assists.
Injury News:
No Injuries
Minnesota Wild vs. Dallas Stars Picks
The Dallas Stars have the momentum on their side this weekend, and that could count for a lot in Game 4. Therefore, the narrow preference is for the away team to move within one victory of a spot in the next round.
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