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Minnesota Wild vs. Utah Mammoth: Game Preview and Predictions

Tonight at 9:00 PM Eastern, the Minnesota Wild are set to face the Utah Mammoth, with Minnesota listed at +118 on the money line on FanDuel. The total for the game is set at 5.5, with Utah favored at -142.

The Minnesota Wild have been performing strongly, both before and after the break, consistently securing wins. Despite Utah's lower scoring trends, they have gone 7-3 to the over in their last ten games, indicating potential for a higher scoring game tonight. Given the recent trends, there is speculation that both teams could score at least three goals each.

Noteworthy is the dramatic moment in Minnesota's last game where goalie Philip Gustason was replaced by rookie Jasper Walste after falling ill, which quickly led to a goal. Walste is expected to start in goal tonight against Utah.

For betting insights, the over 6.5 goals at +110 is recommended, considering the game's potential to surpass the usual total. Additionally, the pairing of Eriksson Eck and Boldy on Minnesota's second line offers promising betting value, with odds of +140 for them to earn a point each. Specifically, Eriksson Eck at -125 for a point is highlighted as a particularly strong bet following the break.

Moreover, it's suggested to focus on the second lines of road teams for value bets in NHL games. Home teams generally match up against the top visiting lines, potentially easing the competition for visiting second lines.

In summary, tonight's game between Minnesota and Utah is expected to be high scoring, and betting on over 6.5 goals seems to be a strategic choice. Keep an eye on Minnesota’s second line for potential value in point scoring.