NHL Betting Preview: Avalanche vs Stars
The Colorado Avalanche square off against the Dallas Stars at American Airlines Center, with face-off scheduled for 12:00 on Saturday, April 4.
Back Avs on the Moneyline
We’re keeping our betting prediction nice and simple by heading to the Moneyline. Take the -110 that the Avalanche are able to secure a victory over the Stars.
Last H2H Saw Stars Triumph in Shootouts
Colorado Avalanche have won four straight road games. Most recently, they lost 8-6 at home to Vancouver Canucks at Ball Arena. Sam Malinski racked up 3 points, featuring 2 goals and 1 assist.
Dallas Stars were winners last time out. It was a 3-0 home victory against Winnipeg Jets at American Airlines Center. Matt Duchene, Arttu Hyry and Adam Erne scored one goal each. Jake Oettinger got a shutout making 22 saves.
Head-to-Head Statistics
The scoreline was 2-1 in favor of the Stars when they last played the Avs, with the encounter taking place at Ball Arena. It’s been six Stars wins in the past 10 games between these teams.
Starting Goalies
Mackenzie Blackwood (Expected)
Season
W-L-OTL:
GAA:
SV%:
SO:
24/25
21-9-1
2.6
.899
3
23/24
10-25-1
3.45
.899
2
Jake Oettinger (Expected)
Season
W-L-OTL:
GAA:
SV%:
SO:
24/25
31-12-6
2.6
.900
3
23/24
35-14-2
2.72
.905
3
Colorado Avalanche – Last 10 Games
5 wins, 4 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 3.7 goals from 33.0 shots on goal, with a 23.7% powerplay efficiency. The Avs have given up 3.2 goals from 23.1 shots, averaging 3.5 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 91.4%.
Nathan MacKinnon is the top points scorer with 13 points, 6 goals and 7 assists, with Martin Necas recording 13 points, 5 goals and 8 assists, over the last 10 games. Goalie Mackenzie Blackwood have a 3.18 goal against average with a .855 save percentage.
Dallas Stars – Last 10 Games
The Stars have 3 wins, 5 losses and 2 overtime losses, averaging 2.5 goals from 22.8 shots on goal, with a 19.4% powerplay efficiency. They have conceded 3.1 goals from 25.5 shots, averaging 3.6 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 83.3%.
The top points scorer is Jason Robertson with 10 points, 4 goals and 6 assists, while Wyatt Johnston is next in line after registering 7 points, 5 goals and 2 assists. Goalie Jake Oettinger have a 2.51 GAA with a .893 SV%, including one shutout.
Colorado Avalanche vs Dallas Stars Prediction & Picks
Discover our expert Colorado Avalanche vs Dallas Stars betting tips, featuring a match prediction, correct score suggestion and bet builder advice. Scroll down for full analysis.
Game Prediction
There is a strong case that Colorado Avalanche will end up winning and that means heading to the Moneyline. You can get a value -110 that they triumph in this NHL clash.
We’re always on top of team news and when combined with recent form, it helps us uncover the best value. Our NHL handicappers also take a data-led approach, using key stats to back every pick.
Key Avalanche vs Stars stats:
Avalanche have won 4 consecutive games on the road.Avalanche have won 9 of their last 10 games on the road.Avalanche have won 15 of their last 20 games on the road.Stars have lost 7 of their last 10 games.Stars have lost 3 of their last 5 games.Avs Moneyline Probability
The odds at the top betting apps suggest our pick has a 52.4% chance of winning. After careful examination, our analysts have this probability close to 60%. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this hockey wager.
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Our Game Prediction
Avalanche Moneyline @ -110
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Colorado Avalanche vs Dallas Stars Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
Tight Clash on the Cards According to the Books
Dallas Stars and Colorado Avalanche both have Moneyline odds of -110. It’s therefore regarded as a coin toss by the leading sportsbooks, with the implied probability being exactly the same.
The puck line stands at 1.5 and the total goals line is 5.5. A Totals wager is always available and can often provide value selections. If you’re wanting to back Over 5.5, the odds are -141.
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Team Stats
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
Colorado Avalanche Stats
Dallas Stars Stats
5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
9 wins and 1 defeat in the last 10 games on the road
3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games
6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 home games
+1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 6 of the last 10 games
+1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 9 of the last 10 games on the road
-1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 2 of the last 10 games
-1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 2 of the last 10 home games
Game Totals: An average of 7.00 goals in the previous 10 games
Game Totals on the Road: An average of 6.00 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
Over 5.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
Over 5.5 on the Road: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games on the road
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.70 goals and allowed 3.30 goals in the last 10 games
Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 4.00 pts and allowed 2.00 goals in the last 10 games on the road
Game Totals: An average of 5.70 goals in the previous 10 games
Game Totals at Home: An average of 6.50 goals in the previous 10 home games
Over 5.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
Over 5.5 at Home: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 home games
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 2.60 goals and allowed 3.10 goals in the last 10 games
Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 3.50 goals and allowed 3.00 goals in the last 10 home games
Last 10 Games
Goals Powerplay: 0.9
Shots: 33
Goals Shorthanded: 0
Penalties: 3.5
Empty Net Goals: 0.1
Penalty Minutes: 7.8
Blocks: 17.6
Faceoff Wins : 29.4
Hits: 16.6
Giveaways: 15.9
Takeaways: 4.4
Last 10 Games on the Road
Goals Powerplay: 1
Shots: 31.3
Goals Shorthanded: 0
Penalties: 3.5
Empty Net Goals: 0.2
Penalty Minutes: 7.5
Blocks: 16.7
Faceoff Wins : 29
Hits: 16
Giveaways: 16.5
Takeaways: 4.2
Last 10 Games
Goals Powerplay: 0.7
Shots: 22.8
Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
Penalties: 3.6
Empty Net Goals: 0.2
Penalty Minutes: 7.9
Blocks: 11.8
Faceoff Wins : 23.7
Hits: 21.4
Giveaways: 14.3
Takeaways: 4.8
Last 10 Home Games
Goals Powerplay: 1
Shots: 23.7
Goals Shorthanded: 0
Penalties: 4.7
Empty Net Goals: 0
Penalty Minutes: 10.4
Blocks: 12.7
Faceoff Wins : 24.2
Hits: 21.8
Giveaways: 14.3
Takeaways: 5
Starting Lineups
Both teams’ confirmed lineups will be published ahead of face-off. There is also the chance to look at the lineups from the previous 10 games.
Expert Analysis by Robert Carter
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