Nashville Predators vs Colorado Avalanche Betting Preview
Nashville Predators (10-17-4) host the Colorado Avalanche (24-3-2) on Tuesday night in Tennessee. The Predators remain at the bottom of the NHL standings, while the Avalanche continue to dominate behind Nathan MacKinnon’s MVP-caliber season.
Line Movement and Odds
Nashville Predators Spread: +1.5
Colorado Avalanche Spread: -1.5
Total: 6.0
Colorado opened as a heavy road favorite, with totals set near 6 goals. See the full board on the NHL Odds page for live updates.
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Matchup Breakdown
Nashville Predators Outlook
Nashville has won four of its last six but remains last in the NHL with 24 points. Ryan O’Reilly leads the team with 21 points, while Filip Forsberg and Luke Evangelista provide secondary scoring. The Predators’ penalty kill sits at 81.1% but discipline issues continue to hurt them, as seen in Saturday’s 6-3 loss to Carolina. Defensive lapses and limited offensive production remain major concerns.
Colorado Avalanche Outlook
Colorado has earned at least one point in 19 of its last 20 games, leading the NHL in goals scored (115) and fewest goals allowed per game (2.17). Nathan MacKinnon tops the league with 49 points, while Martin Necas and Cale Makar provide elite support. Valeri Nichushkin’s return adds another weapon to an already deep lineup. The Avalanche may be without goalie Scott Wedgewood, but their overall dominance has carried them through injuries.
Key Matchup / Path to Victory
Colorado’s high-powered offense against Nashville’s shaky defense is the critical battle. The Predators must stay disciplined and avoid penalties to limit MacKinnon and Makar. Colorado’s depth and scoring balance make them difficult to contain, especially if Nashville struggles to generate offense beyond O’Reilly and Forsberg.
Injuries / Availability
Nashville: Full roster available.
Colorado: Scott Wedgewood (upper body) questionable.
Betting Trends
Nashville is 4-2-0 in its last six games.
Colorado has earned points in 19 of its last 20 games.
The Avalanche won the first meeting 3-0 on Nov. 22.
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Best Bets and Prediction
Projected Final Score: Colorado 5, Nashville 2
Pick: Colorado -1.5. The Avalanche’s firepower should overwhelm Nashville’s defense.
Total: Over 6.0. Colorado’s scoring pace and Nashville’s defensive issues point to a high total.
Expect Colorado to continue its dominant run, with MacKinnon leading the way against a struggling Predators squad.
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