After opposing performances, the Colorado Avalanche and Columbus Blue Jackets play at Ball Arena on October 12. After losing 8-4 to the Vegas Golden Knights, the Avalanche are 49-28 as moneyline favorites, matching their numbers from last season. Their power-play unit, which ranked second in the NHL with 68 goals, is a significant strength, while their offence led the NHL with 302 goals, averaging 3.7 per game. They allowed 252 goals and were 16th in defense.
The past season was a challenging one for the Blue Jackets, who narrowly lost 3-2 to the Minnesota Wild. Despite their struggles, they managed 23 victories as underdogs. However, they allowed 298 goals, the second-highest in the league, and scored just 32 power-play goals. Their projected victory rate of 28.1% underscores their underdog position.
With the Avalanche’s formidable offense and the Blue Jackets’ defensive challenges, the game is likely to be high-scoring. Considering the teams’ performance and trends, a total goal bet under 7 seems fitting. The Avalanche’s offensive prowess should secure them a win in this game.