The Anaheim Ducks (10-14-0) will battle the Colorado Avalanche (15-7-2) in a competitive NHL betting opportunity on Tuesday, December 5 at 9:00 PM ET. The Avalanche are favored to win by at least two goals with a puck line at -1.5 (-130).

The Ducks just snapped their previous eight-game losing streak when they defeated the Avalanche 4-3 in a shootout. This was a much better showing in comparison to the last time they played, which was an 8-2 blowout in favor of the Avalanche.

Frank Vatrano leads the team in goals scored, with 14 total. He ranks tied for eighth among other goal leaders in the league.

Their season has had plenty of ups and downs, which is likely due to them averaging 2.75 goals a game on 29.5 shots. They have scored 17 times in power play situations and have a power play percentage at 21.8.

The Ducks defense allows 3.50 goals on 31.8 shots per game, which is a decent differential in the wrong direction. They have allowed other teams to score a total of 22 goals on them in power play situations and they feature a penalty kill percentage at 79.4.

Colorado Avalanche Betting Preview

The Avalanche are aiming to get back on track after losing their last three games. Their most recent defeat was a 4-1 outing against the Los Angeles Kings.

Mikko Rantanen is tied for 15^th in the league for his 12 goals total this season. Over their last three losses, they have allowed teams to score four goals each time.

The Avalanche have been averaging 3.58 goals a game and take 31.8 shots to get there. They have done well in power play situations, scoring 19 goals total and have a power play percentage at 20.2.

Their defense typically allows 2.92 goals on 29.1 shots a game. They have endured 13 power play goals and have a strong penalty kill percentage at 85.6.

MyBookie is showing that the Colorado Avalanche are moderately favored to win with their moneyline. However, more appealing betting options are available with their puck line with a potential better payout.

The Avalanche has had issues lately with the defense and it must change for them to succeed here. The Ducks are on a good roll here and could make this interesting. With the Avalanche back at home, they have a great opportunity to unwind and let loose offensively, which should bode well in their chances at winning.