Avalanche vs. Predators Prediction and Odds: Don't be Fooled by Recent Trend
We all knew the Colorado Avalanche would turn their season around eventually after their slow start, and that's exactly what they've done as of late. They're currently on a five game win streak, and are 7-2-1 in their last 10 games.
They'll face another team that's on a five game win streak of their own, the Nashville Predators. The Preds have been stifling teams with their strong defensive play, but their true ability will be put to the test tonight when they host the Avs.
This will be the second meeting between these two teams this season. Colorado won the first one, downing Nashville by a final score of 6-2.
Let's take a look at the odds for the game, courtesy of WynnBET.
Avalanche vs. Predators Odds and Total
Moneyline:
- Avalanche -175
- Predators +160
Puck line:
- Avalanche -1.5 (+140)
- Predators +1.5 (-160)
Total:
- 6 (Over -110/Under -110)
Avalanche vs. Predators Betting Trends
- The OVER is 13-5 in the Avalanche last 18 games.
- Avalanche are 5-1 in their last six games against the Predators.
- Avalanche are 8-1 in their last nine games vs. Western Conference opponents.
- The UNDER is 8-2 in the last 10 meetings between these two teams.
Avalanche vs. Predators Prediction and Pick
While you may think the Avalanche are an offensive powerhouse due to the likes of Nathan MacKinnon and other star forwards on the team, they actually rank high in high danger scoring chances against (12th) than they do high danger scoring chances for (14th). The OVER has gone 13-5 in their last 18 games, but don't let that cloud your judgement when betting on this game.
This points toward tonight being a defensive struggle, as the Predators continue to be one of the top defensive teams in the league, ranking second in high danger scoring chances against.
Colorado leads the NHL in shooting percentage this season, but now they have to face one of the best young goalies in the league in Juuse Saros. He sports a .925 save percentage ahead of tonight's game.