Saturday’s game that pits the Colorado Avalanche versus the Nashville Predators, which begins at 6:00 PM ET, features plenty of betting options. Below, we cover the best bets for this matchup, so take a peek before making any wagers.

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Avalanche vs. Predators Picks

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Total Pick

Pick OU: Over 5.5 (model projecting 6.1 goals)

• This season, Colorado and its opponent have combined to outscore Saturday’s over/under of 5.5 goals 33 times.
• This season, 26 of Nashville’s games have featured more than 5.5 goals.
• The Avalanche score 3.25 goals per game, compared to the Predators’ average of 2.65, adding up to 0.4 more goals than this contest’s total of 5.5.
• These two teams are allowing a combined 6.4 goals per game, 0.8 more than this contest’s over/under.

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Moneyline Pick

Avalanche Moneyline: -133

• The Avalanche have won 62.2% of their games when favored on the moneyline this season (28-17).
• Colorado is 25-13 (winning 65.8% of its games) when it has played with moneyline odds of -133 or shorter.
• The implied moneyline probability in this game says the Avalanche have a 57.1% chance to win.

Predators Moneyline: +113

• In Nashville’s 19 games playing as the moneyline underdog this season, it has four wins.
• When the Predators’ moneyline odds are +113 or longer, they have won a single game out of 10 opportunities.
• Nashville’s implied probability to win this game is 46.9% based on the moneyline.

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Score Prediction

Prediction:
Colorado 4, Nashville 3

Avalanche Points Leaders

• One of Colorado’s top offensive options this season is Nathan MacKinnon, who has recorded 87 points in 57 games.
• Having scored 20 goals and adding 45 assists, Martin Necas is an important piece of the offense for Colorado through 57 games.
• With 63 points through 57 games (22 goals and 41 assists), Cale Makar has been an important part of Colorado’s offensive attack this season.
• As Colorado’s top goalie, Mackenzie Blackwood has recorded 20 wins and 15 losses this season while giving up 98 goals with 1060 saves.

Predators Points Leaders

• Filip Forsberg is a top offensive contributor for his squad with 53 points (one per game). He has totaled 21 goals and 32 assists in 54 games (playing 18:45 per game).
• Jonathan Marchessault’s 45 points this season, including 17 goals and 28 assists, make him one of the top offensive threats for Nashville.
• Nashville’s Roman Josi has 37 points, courtesy of nine goals (sixth on team) and 28 assists (second).
• Juuse Saros has a record of 11-23-6 in 41 games this season, conceding 116 goals (3.0 goals against average) with 1017 saves and an .898 save percentage, 41st in the league.

Avalanche’s Schedule

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Predators’ Schedule

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Colorado vs. Nashville Game Info

• Date: Saturday, February 22, 2025
• Time: 6:00 PM ET
• How to watch on TV: ESPN+
• Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply)
• Live Stream: Watch this game on ESPN+
• Location: Nashville, Tennessee
• Venue: Bridgestone Arena

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