The Nashville Predators will head to Colorado to take on the Avalanche in this Central Division matchup. This will be the fourth and final game of the season series between these two, with the Predators ahead 2-1.
The Predators officially clinched a playoff spot with the Vegas Golden Knight’s loss last night. The Avalanche will head into the postseason as the number one seed in the Western Conference.
Last Game Records
Predators
- Last Game: Lost to the Calgary Flames 4-5.
- 44-29-5-2 overall record
Avalanche
- Last Game: Won against the St. Louis Blues 5-3.
- 56-18-5-1 overall record
Matchup Information
Predators at Avalanche Betting Analysis
Predators Betting Analysis
The Nashville Predators have crawled their way into the playoffs for this season. In a fight between four other teams, the Predators did not play their best hockey but were good enough to get into the playoffs.
In their last game, the Predators took the Calgary Flames to overtime at a 4-4 tie. While the overtime did not go Nashville’s way, they were able to obtain another point and get them to where they wanted to be.
The Predators have continued to improve on their offensive skills. They are now up to 3.18 goals per game, which is 12th in the NHL.
In their last five games, the Predators are averaging 3.2 goals per game. In their last five away games, the Predators are averaging 2.2 goals per game.
Roman Josi is leading the Predators with 93 total points. One of the only defensemen in the NHL to lead their hockey team in total points, Josi has scored 22 goals and assisted on 71 others.
Matt Duchene had another great night against the Flames. He has now recorded nine points in their last six games.
Juuse Saros, the Predators’ main goaltender, is out with a leg injury until mid-May. David Rittich may be in line for the start with a 5-3-3 record, and he is giving up 3.56 goals per game.
Avalanche Betting Analysis
The Avalanche have solidified themselves as the best team in the Western Conference. They are eight points ahead of the Calgary Flames, who are the next closest with just 100 divisional points.
The Avalanche hosted the St. Louis Blues on Tuesday evening. A three-goal second period allowed the Avalanche to go on to win the game 5-3.
This offense has a different weapon on each of its lines. They are averaging 3.79 goals per game, which is 3rd in the NHL.
In their last five games, the Avalanche are averaging 2.6 goals per game. In their last five home games, the Avalanche are averaging 5.2 goals per game.
Mikko Rantanen has moved up to probable for tonight’s contest. He has sat out for the last 10 days due to an illness. Even with not playing, Rantanen still holds the point lead on the team with 91 total points.
Nathan MacKinnon is right behind him with 88 total points. He has scored 32 goals and assisted on 56 others.
Darcy Kuemper is the main goaltender for the Avalanche. He has a record of 37-12-2 and is giving up 2.52 goals per game.
Updates
The Saros injury for the Predators could be a major issue as they are getting ready for the playoffs. While he is listed as a mid-May return, it would be impossible to think that he will be back for the first round next week.
According to sports betting guides, Avalanche’s injury report is in much better shape. If they can get Rantanen back sooner than later, they will be just fine.
- The Predators won their moneyline bet in three of their last ten games.
- Nashville was over the total goals in five of their last ten games.
- The Avalanche have won their moneyline bet in six of their last ten games,
- Colorado was over the total goals in five of their last ten games.
Predators at Avalanche Betting Preview
The NHL betting odds have the Avalanche as the moneyline favorite. They have been dominant at home, and the Predators will be using a backup goaltender.
The NHL expert picks will have the Avalanche as their favorite pick for tonight’s game. It is hard to argue with that one, especially with the way the Predators have been playing on the road.
Predators at Avalanche Betting Prediction
When making your NHL picks, take the Colorado Avalanche!
How to Bet on Predators at Avalanche
If a bettor were to place a $100 bet on the Avalanche moneyline, they would have odds around -120. If the bettor placed the bet at -120 and the Avalanche were to win, the bettor would receive a payout of $183.33.
If a bettor were to place a $100 bet on the Predators’ moneyline, they would have odds around +115. If the bettor placed the bet at +115 and the Predators were to win, the bettor would receive a payout of $215.
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