In this article we will formulate an Avalanche vs Mammoth prediction for this NHL game on Thursday, October 9th at Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this NHL matchup.
Colorado Avalanche Betting Preview
The Colorado Avalanche are 1-0-0 this season after they defeated the Kings by a score of 4-1 on Tuesday night. Colorado was tied at zero after the first period, but they scored three times in the second and once in the third to get the victory. The Avalanche were out shot by a total of 25-23, won 45% of the face-offs, and went 1-6 on the power play in the game. Colorado also recorded 25 hits and 21 blocked shots in the win. The Avs got goals from Lehkonen, Necas (2), and Malinski, while Manson led the team with six hits. Scott Wedgewood started in net and he saved 24 out of 25 shots, which was a .960 save percentage.
Colorado had a great start to this season with a win over the Kings and they will look to follow up last season’s success with another strong campaign here. Last year, Colorado finished third in the Central Division with 102 points, but they lost in the first round against Dallas in seven games. The Avalanche are loaded with talent once again this year and should have no issues making it back to the playoffs.
Utah Mammoth Betting Preview
The Utah Mammoth went 38-31-13 last year and they finished with 89 points, which was sixth in the Central Division and 11th in the Western Conference. Utah started the 24-25 season with a three game winning streak, including a 5-2 win over Chicago in their opener. The Mammoth had some slumps during the year, which ultimately cost them a playoff spot, but they did play better over the last two months and finished the year by winning four of their last six games. Last year, Utah scored 240 goals, which was ranked 20th in the NHL, while they allowed 247 goals against, which was ranked 17th.
In the preseason, Utah went 2-5 overall, but did finish by winning their last two games. The Mammoth got wins against Los Angeles and San Jose, but lost to Colorado (twice), Anaheim, Vegas, and Los Angeles. The Mammoth are dealing with some injuries coming into the season, but they will have Cooley, Keller, Peterka, and Sergachev leading the way, while Vejmelka and Vanecek will be the goalies.
Why the Colorado Avalanche will win
- The Avalanche have won 12 of their last 15 night games at Ball Arena.
- The Avalanche have covered the puck line in eight of their last 10 home openers.
- The Mammoth have failed to cover the puck line in four of their last five games as road underdogs against Western Conference opponents.
- The Mammoth have lost the third period in each of their last seven games as road underdogs against Western Conference opponents when trailing after the second period.
Total Goals Facts
- Each of the Mammoth’s last six road games against Central Division opponents have gone OVER the total goals line.
- Seven of the Avalanche’s last eight home games have gone UNDER the total goals line.
- Five of the last six games between two teams from the Central Division have gone UNDER the total goals line.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 1’ market has hit in seven of the Mammoth’s last eight games as road underdogs.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 1’ market has hit in six of the Avalanche’s last seven games following a road win.
Colorado Avalanche Player Prop Facts
- Devon Toews has recorded an assist in eight of the Avalanche’s last nine home games against Central Division opponents.
- Nathan MacKinnon has scored at least one goal in seven of the Avalanche’s last eight games against Central Division opponents.
- Nathan MacKinnon has recorded at least one point in 28 of his last 29 appearances in home games.
Utah Mammoth Player Prop Facts
- JJ Peterka has recorded at least one assist in five of his last six appearances in road games.
- Barrett Hayton has scored at least one goal in five of the Mammoth’s last six games as underdogs against Central Division opponents.
- JJ Peterka has recorded at least one point in each of his last nine appearances in road games.
Avalanche vs Mammoth Prediction
Colorado was able to dominate the Kings for most of their game on Tuesday to start the season with a win and now they will return home for their home opener. The Avalanche played very well on Tuesday and they should have one of the highest scoring offenses in the league. Utah was a very competitive team last year, but they have to play strong defense, as I just don’t think they have the talent to play a wide open style. I think the Mammoth will struggle to keep pace in this game and I like Colorado to win by at least two goals here.