The Chicago Blackhawks (24-39-6) and Colorado Avalanche (40-22-6) will go head-to-head in a Monday night contest.
The Chicago Blackhawks schedule hasn’t been all that kind to them this year. However, they have won two of their past three games.
Meanwhile, the Colorado Avalanche stats have impressed all season long. Colorado is one of the best NHL teams in the league. They come into the game in the midst of a five-game winning streak.
This game is scheduled to begin at 9:00 PM EST on Monday, March 20, at Ball Arena in Colorado. Let’s take a look at the Blackhawks vs Avalanche prediction, NHL picks, and NHL games for Monday. This should be one of the better games on the NHL schedule.
Chicago Blackhawks vs. Colorado Avalanche Odds
Chicago Blackhawks vs. Colorado Avalanche Matchup Information
Chicago Blackhawks vs Colorado Avalanche
Location of the game: Ball Arena, Colorado.
Date and Time: Monday, March 20, 2023, 9:00 PM ET.
How to Watch: ESPN+ | NBCS
Recent Scores
This will be the third and final game played between the Blackhawks and Avalanche. They have split the season series up to this point, with Colorado winning the first game at home and Chicago winning the second at home as well.
The Avalanche are certainly favored in this contest. However, Chicago has been able to compete with them in their recent head-to-head matchups. Despite their NHL standings disparity, it wouldn’t be surprising to see Chicago make things interesting on Monday.
Let’s look at the analysis closer before making our final Blackhawks vs Avalanche prediction.
Chicago Blackhawks vs. Colorado Avalanche Analysis
Here’s a look at the NHL player stats and team stats heading into Monday.
Chicago is just 32 in goals for this season. Meanwhile, Colorado is right around the middle of the pack. The Avalanche are 15th in goals for during the 2022-23 season.
Chicago is also last in assists, and Colorado is 14th. The Blackhawks are 28th in power-play percentage and 24th in shooting percentage. The Avalanche are fifth in power-play percentage and 18th in shooting percentage.
Defensively, Chicago is 25th in goals against, and Colorado is sixth.
Taylor Raddysh leads the Blackhawks with 20 goals scored so far this year. Seth Jones leads the team with 21 assists. Goalie Alex Stalock has recorded nine wins, a .919 save percentage, and a 2.72 GAA.
For Colorado, Mikko Rantanen leads the charge with 46 goals. Nathan MacKinnon leads the team with 58 assists. Goalie Alexandar Georgiev has tallied 31 wins, a .918 save percentage, and a 2.58 GAA.
Key Injuries
The NHL injury report is, unfortunately, stacked on both sides. Petr Mrazek, Cole Guttman, and Austin Wagner are among the Blackhawks listed on the report. Artturi Lehkonen, Kurtis MacDermid, and Josh Manson are among the Avalanche players listed on the report.
Without further ado, let’s take a look at the official NHL odds for Monday and make our final Blackhawks vs Avalanche prediction.
Odds Breakdown
Chicago Blackhawks
- Moneyline: +365
- Spread: +1.5
- Over/Under: Over/6
Colorado Avalanche
- Moneyline: -422
- Spread: -1.5
- Over/Under: Under/6
Chicago Blackhawks vs. Colorado Avalanche Betting Pick and Prediction
What is the best bet for Monday night?
The Blackhawks might turn this into a competitive game. They have displayed upset potential at times throughout the 2022-23 campaign. However, the Avalanche are the pick to click.
Go ahead and roll with the Avalanche as your main NHL betting pick for Monday evening.
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