Colorado Avalanche vs San Jose Sharks Betting Picks & Predictions
On Thursday, December 19, the NHL features a nine-game lineup, including a matchup between the Colorado Avalanche and the San Jose Sharks at SAP Center at San Jose. The puck
Game outlook
On Thursday, December 19, the NHL features a nine-game lineup, including a matchup between the Colorado Avalanche and the San Jose Sharks at SAP Center at San Jose. The puck drops at 10:30 PM ET. Colorado holds the upper hand in this series, having won their last ten games against San Jose, including a 4-1 victory in October. The Avalanche are the favorites in this matchup, with opening odds of -248 and the current line at -250. Will the Sharks be able to end their losing streak against the Avs? For more information on this Avalanche vs. Sharks prediction, continue reading.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Avalanche -250 | Sharks +216
Spread: Avalanche -1.5 (-105) | Sharks +1.5 (-115)
Total: Over/Under 6.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Colorado will win straight-up is 71%.
Colorado Avalanche
The Colorado Avalanche have had a mixed performance in December, with a record of 6-5. Despite a recent loss to the Vancouver Canucks, the team has shown promising offensive capabilities, scoring an average of 3.27 goals per game. The Avalanche have recently acquired goaltender Mackenzie Blackwood via trade from San Jose, adding to their new-look goaltending duo. With a power ranking of 22, the team is ranked 9th in offense but 28th in defense, allowing an average of 3.45 goals against per game. Overall, the Avalanche have a record of 6-5 this season.