Drawing date08-31-2026
Next drawing09-02-2026
Next jackpot$615,000

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Minnesota Gopher 5 Winning Numbers & Analysis

Latest verified draw and decision-oriented lottery intelligence in one place. Start with the result, then compare frequency, recency, crowd-risk, and structured planning tools.

02 03 13 36 43

How to use this Gopher 5 results and prediction page

This page is built for searchers who want more than a raw lottery result. It connects the latest draw with hot/cold numbers, skip and recency context, AI-assisted tools, odds awareness, and practical strategy guidance.

If you came for the latest result

Start with the verified draw date and drawn numbers at the top. Then compare the result against recent frequency, recency, and distribution behavior for Gopher 5.

If you came for predictions

Use the recommended plays and AI tools as structured research aids. They organize historical signals, but they do not guarantee future results because lottery drawings remain random and independent.

If you are a beginner

Read the simple notes first. Focus on what each signal means before choosing numbers: hot/cold activity, skip timing, balance, spread, odds, and common public-pick patterns.

If you are advanced

Use the deeper tables, recency windows, combination profiles, and related tools to compare short-term movement against longer-window behavior without exposing proprietary model logic.

Free value vs. deeper tools

This page gives the public analysis foundation. SKAI, AI Predictions, Skip & Hit, heatmaps, and member tools are the next step when you want broader modeling and saved workflows.

Why return before each draw

New results can change frequency leaders, quiet-number stretches, pattern balance, and strategy context. Returning after updates keeps your review grounded in the latest available draw history.

Most active
13, 36, 34, 24
Highest appearance counts in the last 100 draws.
Quietest now
08, 40, 06, 12
Numbers sitting furthest from their most recent appearance.
Repeated recently
13, 36
Latest draw numbers that also appeared in the trailing 5 draws.
Window
100
Main draw windows analyzed.

Best play recommendations

Four structured play lines derived from frequency, recency, range coverage, and anti-crowd signal combinations. These are decision aids, not predictions.

Value Play Higher concentration profile
Frequency-weighted
13 24 30 34 36

Weighted toward numbers with the highest appearance frequency in the current window.

Balanced Play Balanced concentration
Frequency + recency blend
06 08 13 34 36

Blends recent high-frequency numbers with numbers due for a return based on recency signals.

Coverage Play Lower concentration risk
Range spread
01 12 23 34 45

Prioritizes low-mid-high distribution and spacing for broader matrix coverage.

Anti-Crowd Play Higher variance profile
Split-risk aware
07 22 27 44 45

Shifts away from birthday-heavy and common visual picks to reduce crowd overlap.

Simple explanation: Best plays combine multiple signals so you can act with structure instead of selecting lines randomly. A profile can still miss — each draw remains independent.

Overview

High-level frequency and recency charts for fast orientation.

Top active numbers Highest frequency in last 100 draws
Quiet stretches Longest absence from latest appearance
Frequency and recency are historical signals. They do not influence the outcome of future draws.
Simple explanation: Frequency = how often. Recency = how long ago. Neither predicts the next result.

Combination Profile

Structural signatures across the latest draw and recommendation profiles.

Latest draw — 02, 03, 13, 36, 43

Odd even: 3 odd / 2 even

Low high: 3 low / 2 high

Sum: 97

Spread: 41

Consecutive: 1

Repeated: 5

Cluster density: Wide spread

Value play — 13, 24, 30, 34, 36

Odd even: 1 odd / 4 even

Low high: 2 low / 3 high

Sum: 137

Spread: 23

Consecutive: 0

Repeated: 2

Cluster density: Moderate cluster density

Balanced play — 06, 08, 13, 34, 36

Odd even: 1 odd / 4 even

Low high: 3 low / 2 high

Sum: 97

Spread: 30

Consecutive: 0

Repeated: 2

Cluster density: Wide spread

Anti-crowd play — 07, 22, 27, 44, 45

Odd even: 3 odd / 2 even

Low high: 2 low / 3 high

Sum: 145

Spread: 38

Consecutive: 1

Repeated: 0

Cluster density: Wide spread

Simple explanation: A profile is the shape of a line — odd/even split, low/high balance, spacing. Comparing shapes helps avoid accidental duplication.

Anti-crowd intelligence

Crowd-likeness scoring estimates how likely a line resembles common public selection patterns.

Value Play: Medium crowd risk

Some birthday-range or visual pattern overlap. Moderate split-risk if jackpot attention is high.

Balanced Play: Medium crowd risk

Some birthday-range or visual pattern overlap. Moderate split-risk if jackpot attention is high.

Coverage Play: High crowd risk

Line overlaps strongly with birthday-range and visual patterns common in public picks.

Anti-Crowd Play: Medium crowd risk

Some birthday-range or visual pattern overlap. Moderate split-risk if jackpot attention is high.

Simple explanation: Anti-crowd does not improve winning odds. It reduces the chance of sharing prizes if many people pick similar lines.

Bankroll Planner

Choose a budget structure first, then align play style and spread depth.

$5–$10

Lines: 2–4 lines

Style: Single-strategy focused

Priority: Value over spread

Anti-crowd: Optional at this level

$15–$25

Lines: 6–10 lines

Style: Mixed strategies

Priority: Balance both signals

Anti-crowd: Recommended for jackpot draws

$30–$50

Lines: 12–20 lines

Style: Multi-strategy spread

Priority: Coverage priority

Anti-crowd: Strong recommendation

$50+

Lines: 20+ lines

Style: Full portfolio approach

Priority: Spread > concentration

Anti-crowd: Always apply

Recency

How recently each latest-draw number was previously seen, and how perspective shifts across windows.

Current draw history Previous appearance for each latest drawn value
02
Previously seen July 27, 2026
15 drws ago
03
Previously seen August 7, 2026
10 drws ago
13
Previously seen August 28, 2026
1 drws ago
36
Previously seen August 24, 2026
3 drws ago
43
Previously seen July 27, 2026
15 drws ago
Window comparison 50-draw vs 300-draw leading numbers

Window shift note

In the last 50 draws, the leading numbers are 36, 01, 13, 05, 23. Across the last 300 draws, the leaders shift to 28, 36, 05, 10, 39. A difference between the two windows suggests recent concentration or cool-off patterns.

Recent 50-draw leaders

36, 01, 13, 05, 23

Broader 300-draw leaders

28, 36, 05, 10, 39

Simple explanation: Recency shows how long numbers have been absent. It provides timing context, not prediction.

Frequency

Complete main-number distribution across all values 1–47.

Full main-number distribution All values 1–47, last 100 draws
Recency distribution Distance since last appearance for each number
The complete distribution is best used as a reference layer. The overview modules above are optimized for quick reading.
Simple explanation: This full chart is a map of historical counts and spacing. Use it to validate line balance before finalizing tickets.

Tables and tracked numbers

Exact counts, recency, and number tracking. Adjust analysis windows using the form below.

Main numbers table 1–47, last 100 draws
NumberDrawnLast SeenTrack
01 12× 3 drws ago
02 In last drw
03 In last drw
04 13× 2 drws ago
05 14× 3 drws ago
06 53 drws ago
07 11× 9 drws ago
08 36 drws ago
09 6 drws ago
10 10× 5 drws ago
11 4 drws ago
12 7 drws ago
13 20× In last drw
14 12× 2 drws ago
15 4 drws ago
16 6 drws ago
17 12× 10 drws ago
18 10× 9 drws ago
19 12× 9 drws ago
20 14× 6 drws ago
21 6 drws ago
22 11× 7 drws ago
23 14× 8 drws ago
24 15× 3 drws ago
25 12× 7 drws ago
26 5 drws ago
27 11× 14 drws ago
28 10× 19 drws ago
29 19 drws ago
30 15× 2 drws ago
31 11 drws ago
32 12× 19 drws ago
33 14× 17 drws ago
34 16× 7 drws ago
35 13× 10 drws ago
36 18× In last drw
37 14 drws ago
38 10× 12 drws ago
39 5 drws ago
40 24 drws ago
41 10× 2 drws ago
42 18 drws ago
43 10× In last drw
44 12× 24 drws ago
45 11× 4 drws ago
46 10× 3 drws ago
47 13× 5 drws ago

Tracked main numbers

Select numbers to track them here.

Lottery guide and FAQ

How Gopher 5 works, what this analysis means, and how to use these tools responsibly.

How Gopher 5 works

Gopher 5 draws 5 main numbers from 1–47.

Why use frequency and recency tools

Frequency highlights historical concentration. Recency highlights absence. Together they improve structural clarity — they do not predict outcomes.

Frequently asked questions

What does frequency mean on this page?

Frequency counts how many times each number appeared in the selected draw window. A higher count means the number appeared more often in that period.

Does a high-frequency number mean it will be drawn again soon?

No. Each draw is an independent random event. Frequency describes historical behavior, not future outcomes.

What is recency?

Recency measures how many draws ago a number last appeared. A number not seen for many draws is described as quiet.

How should I use the Best Play cards?

They provide structured starting points using different signal combinations. They are decision-support tools, not predictions.

What is anti-crowd logic?

It reduces overlap with common public picks (birthday numbers, visual patterns). It can help reduce potential prize splits — it does not improve winning odds.

Method note

Transparency about what this page does and does not do.

Interpretation guidance: Frequency, recency, and spacing provide useful context for reviewing draw history. They should be treated as descriptive signals rather than guarantees. The purpose of this page is to make the recent behavior of Gopher 5 easier to understand and carry into deeper SKAI analysis. Lottery outcomes are random and independent. LottoExpert.net does not predict or guarantee winning numbers.

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Dig Up Some Cash with Minnesota's Gopher 5 Lottery!

Are you ready to dig up some cash with Minnesota's Gopher 5 lottery? This exciting game offers great odds of winning and a chance to walk away with some serious cash. So, let's get into all the details and help you become the next big winner!

About the Lottery
Minnesota's Gopher 5 is a popular lottery game that involves drawing five numbers between 1 and 47. If you match all five numbers, you hit the jackpot and become a big winner!

How to Play
Playing Gopher 5 is easy and fun. All you need to do is purchase a ticket from any authorized retailer, choose five numbers, and wait for the draw to take place. You can also choose the EZmatch option, which gives you the chance to instantly win cash prizes of up to $500 by matching any of the EZmatch numbers printed on your ticket.

When the Drawings Are Held
Drawings for the Gopher 5 lottery are held every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 6:17 pm Central Time. Make sure you get your tickets before the cut-off time, which is 6:10 pm Central Time on the day of the drawing.

Additional Features
One of the best things about Minnesota's Gopher 5 lottery is the EZmatch feature. This feature gives you the chance to instantly win cash prizes of up to $500 by matching any of the EZmatch numbers printed on your ticket. You can win EZmatch prizes even if you don't win the Gopher 5 jackpot.

The Odds of Winning
The odds of winning the Gopher 5 lottery are great compared to other lotteries. The overall odds of winning a prize are 1 in 8. Here's a breakdown of the odds of winning each prize tier:

Match 5 (jackpot): 1 in 1,533,939
Match 4: 1 in 7,304
Match 3: 1 in 157
Match 2: 1 in 16

How to Win
To win the jackpot in Minnesota's Gopher 5 lottery, you need to match all five numbers. But even if you don't hit the jackpot, there are still plenty of other prizes up for grabs. The more numbers you match, the bigger the prize you win. And don't forget about the EZmatch feature, which can help boost your winnings.

How to Win Using a Lottery Wheeling System
If you want to improve your chances of winning, you can try using a lottery wheeling system. This is a strategy that involves selecting a large group of numbers and arranging them in various combinations to increase your chances of hitting the jackpot. There are many different lottery wheeling systems out there, so do some research to find the one that works best for you.

So, what are you waiting for? Dig up some cash and buy your Gopher 5 ticket today, and who knows, you could be the next big winner! Good luck!

Sources:

Minnesota State Lottery: https://www.mnlottery.com/
Gopher 5: https://www.mnlottery.com/games/daily/gopher-5

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