Colorado Avalanche vs Vegas Golden Knights Betting Picks & Predictions
After an exciting three-game slate on Tuesday night, the NHL is back in action with a highly-anticipated early-season matchup between the Colorado Avalanche and the Vegas
Game outlook
After an exciting three-game slate on Tuesday night, the NHL is back in action with a highly-anticipated early-season matchup between the Colorado Avalanche and the Vegas Golden Knights. The Avalanche will be looking to start their season off on a high note against the Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, NV, with puck drop scheduled for 10:00 ET. Vegas is currently the favorite to win, opening at -114 and the current line sitting at Vegas -110. Fans can expect a competitive and thrilling game between these two talented teams.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Avalanche -107 | Golden Knights -110
Spread: Avalanche +1.5 (-255) | Golden Knights -1.5 (+215)
Total: Over/Under 6.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Vegas will win straight-up is 52%.
Colorado Avalanche
Jared Bednar is entering his ninth season as head coach of the Colorado Avalanche, a team that has become a powerhouse under his leadership. The Avalanche have made the playoffs in seven consecutive years, culminating in a Stanley Cup victory in 2022. Despite some key players being sidelined to start the season, including captain Gabriel Landeskog, the Avalanche are favored to make the playoffs for an eighth straight year. In terms of odds, the Avalanche are priced at +1,300 to win the Stanley Cup and +240 to win the Central Division. On the power rankings, Colorado is ranked 1 in offense, scoring an average of 3.73 goals per game, and #16 in defense, allowing an average of 3.13 goals against per game. The team currently holds a 0-0 record for the season.