Their defense allows 2.87 goals and 28.8 shots a game. Compared to their offense, they have a slight margin of victory. They also showcase a penalty kill percentage of 81.6, which is on par with the Avalanche.
The Avalanche have gone 2-3 in their last five games and need to find success again. Their most recent battle was a 6-2 loss on the road against the Edmonton Oilers.
Their ability to win games at home is essential, especially since they are 29-7-1 in their arena. It also helps to have Nathan MacKinnon, who ranks fourth or better in the league for his offensive outputs per category.
MyBookie offers great NHL betting odds, with the Colorado Avalanche as a slight favorite to succeed. With only a few games left, every matchup matters to have the best momentum for the playoffs.
The Avalanche are looking for the sweep, as they have won every matchup. The average score has been 5.33 to 2.66, which shows the Avalanche consistently winning by a few goals. Look for the Avalanche to come out strong at home and complete the sweep.