Seattle Kraken vs Colorado Avalanche Betting Picks & Predictions
The 2024-25 NHL season continues on Sunday, December 22, with the Seattle Kraken taking on the Colorado Avalanche in a Western Conference matchup at Ball Arena in Denver, CO.
Game outlook
The 2024-25 NHL season continues on Sunday, December 22, with the Seattle Kraken taking on the Colorado Avalanche in a Western Conference matchup at Ball Arena in Denver, CO. The game is scheduled to start at 8:00 PM ET. Colorado aims to complete a three-game regular-season sweep over Seattle, having already won the previous two meetings with scores of 3-2 and 6-3. The Avalanche are currently the firm favorite with a -290 moneyline and a total of 6.0 goals. Despite the line remaining steady, the game is expected to be closely contested.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Kraken +180 | Avalanche -220
Spread: Kraken +1.5 (-130) | Avalanche -1.5 (+110)
Total: Over/Under 6 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Colorado will win straight-up is 69%.
Seattle Kraken
The Seattle Kraken are looking to bounce back from a three-game losing streak as they face off against the Vegas Golden Knights. After recent losses to the Tampa Bay Lightning, Ottawa Senators, and Chicago Blackhawks, the Kraken are in need of a win. Goalies Joey Daccord and Philipp Grubauer have been putting up solid numbers this season. The team ranks 15th in defense, allowing an average of 2.97 goals per game, and 23rd in offense, scoring an average of 2.82 goals per game. Despite their recent struggles, the Kraken have a solid penalty-killing percentage of 80.0%. Those interested in sports wagering can check out the best sports betting promos for the best deals. Seattle currently holds a power ranking of 17 and has a season record of 15-17-2.