Adam Williams presents his prediction for the NHL match.
This game carries no weight in terms of standings — the Colorado Avalanche are locked into third place in their division, while the Vancouver Canucks have virtually no hope of reaching the play-offs. However, the hosts will likely be eager to end the regular season on a high, especially having lost both previous encounters against this opponent. A win in Denver would serve as a valuable morale boost ahead of the Stanley Cup play-offs.
Colorado Avalanche
The Avalanche have been formidable on home ice — since the start of February, they have suffered only two losses and collected 69% of the possible points, ranking fifth in the Western Conference during that span. They currently sit fourth in the NHL in goals scored (268), averaging 3.6 goals per game at home. Defensively, the Avalanche remain solid, conceding no more than two goals in six of their last seven home fixtures.
Vancouver Canucks
The Canucks pulled off a dramatic rescue against the Dallas Stars, scoring three times in a single minute and winning in overtime. Yet their injury situation is dire. Several key players are sidelined, including Elias Pettersson, Filip Chytil, Tyler Myers, and Noah Juulsen. Despite a respectable away point percentage (58%), the Canucks have dropped six of its last ten matches, and in Colorado, four of its last six visits have ended in defeat.
Colorado Avalanche vs Vancouver Canucks Prediction
With no pressure and nothing on the line, the Colorado Avalanche appear the more composed and cohesive side. They are superior in all areas of the ice, while the Vancouver Canucks are too depleted by injuries to compete on equal terms away from home. The hosts are poised to bring their opponents back down to earth after their spectacular comeback against the Dallas Stars and should secure a win in regulation time.
