Avalanche Aim to Keep Streak Alive in Showdown with Veteran-Less Stars in Dallas
A matchup between the Colorado Avalanche and Dallas Stars will be taking place on Thursday night in Dallas. The Avalanche appears to be the stronger team, having won the last
Game outlook
A matchup between the Colorado Avalanche and Dallas Stars will be taking place on Thursday night in Dallas. The Avalanche appears to be the stronger team, having won the last two showdowns and 6 of the last 10 meetings between the two teams. The Avalanche come in having won their most recent game 5-4 in overtime, while Dallas was upended 4-3 in their most recent game. Dallas is currently the favored team according to the betting line at -130, however the line has not moved.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Avalanche +112 | Stars -130
Spread: Avalanche +1.5 (-220) | Stars -1.5 (+180)
Total: Over/Under 6.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Dallas will win straight-up is 57%.
Colorado Avalanche
Tuesday night, the Avalanche faced off against the Islander and won in overtime thanks to a power play goal from Nathan MacKinnon. Alexandar Georgiev was the winning goaltender, making 18 saves. Colorado is now 8th in penalty killing and 24.5% when they have the man advantage.
Dallas Stars Analysis
In their last game, Dallas scored early but conceded an onslaught of goals and was unable to bridge the scoring gap by the end, losing 4-3. Scott Wedgewood made 14 saves in the loss. He is expected to start in the next game, which Dallas would need to get ahead in order to guarantee a playoff spot.