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Colorado Avalanche vs Detroit Red Wings Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: December 7, 2024 at 7:00 PM ET

Venue: Little Caesars Arena — Detroit, MI

Article updated Dec 6, 10:39 PM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The Colorado Avalanche and Detroit Red Wings are set to face off in a match where both teams are looking to improve on their current records. With the Avalanche holding a

Game outlook

The Colorado Avalanche and Detroit Red Wings are set to face off in a match where both teams are looking to improve on their current records. With the Avalanche holding a 14-13 record and the Red Wings at 10-12-4, both teams have struggled in recent games. The Avalanche are in fourth place in the Central Division with five wins in their last 10 games, while the Red Wings are sitting second to last in the Atlantic Division with three wins in their last 10 games. The Avalanche are the betting favorite with opening odds of -190 and the line has not moved. Stay tuned for our prediction on who will come out on top in this matchup and be sure to check out some of the top betting opportunities and sportsbook promotions available.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Avalanche -190 | Red Wings +160

Spread: Avalanche -1.5 (+134) | Red Wings +1.5 (-155)

Total: Over/Under 6.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Colorado will win straight-up is 66%.

Colorado Avalanche

The Colorado Avalanche have shown promise this season, particularly on offense, where they are scoring an average of 3.26 goals per game. Nathan MacKinnon and Mikko Rantanen have been leading the charge with a total of 24 goals and 51 assists. Other players like Casey Middlestadt, Artturi Lehkonen, and Ross Colton have also contributed to the offense. However, the defense has been struggling, allowing an average of 3.78 goals per game. Cale Makar and Samuel Girard have been standout performers on defense, but goaltender Alexandar Georgiev has been struggling with a .867 save percentage. Overall, Colorado is ranked 10th in offense and 30th in defense with a power ranking of 16. If you're looking to make informed NHL picks, we have you covered!

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Detroit Red Wings Analysis

The Detroit Red Wings are facing a challenging season with their offense struggling to score, averaging only 2.54 goals per game. Lucas Raymond and Alex DeBrincat have been leading the top line with 20 goals and 29 assists, but the rest of the offense has been lacking. The defense has also been struggling, allowing an average of 3.12 goals per game. Moritz Seider and Simon Edvinsson have been standout players on the defense, but the rest of the unit has been allowing opponents too many open shots on goal. Goaltender Ville Husso has been struggling with a save percentage of .877 and a 3.69 goals-against average. Despite their challenges, the Red Wings have a power ranking of 18 and a record of 5-4. They rank #26 for offense and #22 for defense. In their recent matchups against Colorado, Detroit went 1-2-0. Consider consulting the top NHL Handicappers for expert advice on betting choices.

Colorado Avalanche Expected to Dominate Detroit Red Wings on Home Ice as They Aim for Redemption

The Colorado Avalanche are poised to dominate the Detroit Red Wings on their home ice as they seek to rebound from a recent loss. With an impressive average of 3.26 goals per game, the Avalanche are expected to capitalize on their offensive prowess against the Red Wings, who allow an average of 3.12 goals per game. Key players such as Nathan MacKinnon and Mikko Rantanen are anticipated to lead the charge in creating scoring opportunities through swift passing and strategic plays. Defensively, the Avalanche are likely to thwart the Red Wings' offense, which averages only 2.54 goals per game, with strong performances from players like Cale Makar and Samuel Girard. This should give goaltender Alexandar Georgiev the opportunity to make crucial saves. With these factors in mind, it is recommended to consider taking the Avalanche money line as they are favored to win on the road.

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SportsJaw Avalanche vs Red Wings archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Avalanche vs Red Wings matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Colorado Avalanche-190 → -202Moved
  • Moneyline · Detroit Red Wings+160 → +176Moved
  • Spread · Colorado Avalanche-1.5 (+134) → -1.5 (+119)Moved
  • Spread · Detroit Red Wings+1.5 (-155) → +1.5 (-140)Moved
  • Total · Over6.5 (-110) → 6.5 (-110)Unchanged
  • Total · Under6.5 (-110) → 6.5 (-110)Unchanged

ATS and O/U trends

Colorado Avalanche
6-5 matchup record · 1-9-0 ATS · 6-4-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Detroit Red Wings
5-4 matchup record · 8-2-0 ATS · 4-6-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-12-07T03:39:14.477Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

No verified injury or availability note was included in the published matchup research.

Recent head-to-head

No completed head-to-head result is available in the current history window.

Final result

Matchup pick recap

Colorado Avalanche defeated Detroit Red Wings 2-1

Colorado Avalanche defeated Detroit Red Wings 2-1 on December 7, 2024, a 1-goal decision in the series. Colorado Avalanche's strongest period was the 1st period, when it outscored its opponent 1-0. Against SportsJaw's recorded Colorado Avalanche -1.5 (+119) spread, Detroit Red Wings covered, while the 3 combined goals finished under the recorded total of 6.5.

SportsJaw editorial picks

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Tipster picks

  • 1188460207Moneyline · Colorado Avalanche +160Win
  • OddssharkTotal · Over 6.5 (-110)Loss