Colorado Avalanche (14-13) vs. Detroit Red Wings (10-12-4)
December 7, 2024 7:00 pm EDT
The Line: Detroit Red Wings +123 / Colorado Avalanche -152; Over/Under: 6.5
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In this article, we will formulate a Detroit Red Wings vs Colorado Avalanche Prediction for this NHL game on Saturday, December 7th, at Little Caesars Arena.
The Red Wings Are Struggling
The Red Wings are struggling and they have lost two games in a row. Two games ago against the Boston Bruins, they lost 3-2 in overtime, and in the last game against the Ottawa Senators, they ended up losing 2-1. Ville Husson saved 30 of the 32 shots that he faced, but it wasn’t enough. The Red Wings are averaging 2.54 goals while their defense is giving up 3.12 goals per game. The offense is ranked 27th in the league while the defense is ranked 20th. Lucas Raymond has scored nine goals and added 18 assists so far this season.
Avalanche Look to Bounce Back
The Avalanche have been inconsistent heading into this game and they are coming off another loss in the last game. The Avalanche faced off against the Carolina Hurricanes and they ended up losing 5-3. Valeri Nichuskin scored two goals, but it wasn’t close to good enough as the defense was awful. The Avalanche on the season is averaging 3.26 goals while their defense is giving up 3.778 goals per game. The offense is ranked 10th in the league while the defense is ranked 31st.
Why the Avalanche Will Beat the Red Wings
- The Avalanche have won 11 of their last 12 games against the Red Wings.
- The Red Wings have lost six of their last seven night games following a road loss.
- The Avalanche have covered the puck line in five of their last six games as favorites against the Red Wings.
- The Red Wings have lost the first period in five of their last six games as underdogs following a road loss.
Detroit Red Wings vs Colorado Avalanche Prediction
This game is going to be lower-scoring. The Red Wings offense has been an awful season, and they are averaging only 2.54 goals per game. The offense is ranked 27th best in the league and their offense isn’t going to get any better here. The Red Wings defense is going to be better against the Avalanche, though, and that will be enough for this game to end up staying under the total. Back the under to cash.
