Minnesota Wild vs Colorado Avalanche 3/29/23 – Minnesota Wild and Colorado Avalanche are in a fierce battle for supremacy in the Central Division. With a 43-22-9 record and back-to-back victories, they hold the best record in the division; on the other hand, the Colorado Avalanche have 44-23-6 record and nine wins in 10 games have propelled them into second place within it. Both teams aim to claim both top spots within their division as well as best record in Western Conference. Stay updated on this upcoming game at the top NHL betting sites.
Minnesota Wild vs Colorado Avalanche
Date & Time: Wednesday, March 29, 2023 at 10:00 PM ET
Location: Ball Arena
TV: TNT
Minnesota Wild vs Colorado Avalanche Betting Odds
Wild
Moneyline: +134
Puckline: +1.5 (-195)
Total: 6 over (+112)
Avalanche
Moneyline: -148
Puckline: -1.5 (+170)
Total: 6 under (-123)
Minnesota Wild vs Colorado Avalanche Analysis
The Minnesota Wild have had an incredible season, but their offense could use improvement, scoring only 2.93 goals per game. Mats Zuccarello, Joel Eriksson Ek and Matt Boldy lead the top two lines with 73 goals and 107 assists; however, the rest of their offense has struggled. Only six active skaters have scored 10 or more goals, leaving opponents with the top-heavy offense struggling to stay alive. Although the offense has struggled recently, their defense remains one of the best in the NHL at allowing only 2.62 goals per game with only two goals scored in two recent games. Jared Spurgeon and Jacob Middleton have combined for 11.1 defensive point shares and 307 blocked shots, while Jonas Brodin, Mathew Dumba, and Jonathon Merrill each contributed 10.0 defensive point shares to give the unit depth. Goaltender Filip Gustavsson has been outstanding as well with a 0.932 save percentage and 2.01 goals-against average on 990 shots with 28.0 goals saved above average.
The Avalanche are enjoying a remarkable season, with their offense scoring 3.27 goals per game and 12 in the last three games. Nathan MacKinnon and Mikko Rantanen lead the top line with 80 goals and 103 assists, but everyone on offense has contributed. J.T. Compher, Evan Rodrigues, and Valeri Nichshkin combined for 46 goals and 79 assists while Cale Makar and Devon Toews added 23 goals and 82 assists from the point to open up the attack further. The offense has been strong, but the defense has also come together, allowing only 2.71 goals per game – including five in three games. Makar and Toews have combined for 10.7 defensive point shares with 204 blocked shots while Josh Manson, Samuel Girard, and Bowen Byram each contributed with 6.3 defensive point shares. Alexander Georgiev has been outstanding as goaltender with a 0.919 save percentage and 2.54 goals-against average on 1672 shots with 24.4 goals saved above average.
Minnesota Wild vs Colorado Avalanche Against the Spread
Over is 4-0-1 in Wild last 5 after allowing 2 goals or less in their previous game. Under is 6-1-1 in Wild last 8 when their opponent scores 5 goals or more in their previous game. Over is 5-1 in Wild’s last 6 road games. The Wild are 5-1 in their last 6 when their opponent allows 2 goals or less in their previous game. Wild are 10-2 in their last 12 vs. Western Conference.
Under is 3-0-1 in Avalanche last 4 in the fourth game of a 4-in-6 days situation. Over is 4-0 in Avalanche last 4 when their opponent scores 5 goals or more in their previous game. The Avalanche are 7-1 in their last 8 games playing on 1 days rest. Over is 6-1 in Avalanche last 7 after allowing 2 goals or less in their previous game. Under is 13-3-2 in Avalanche last 18 vs. Central.
Minnesota Wild vs Colorado Avalanche Free Pick
This will be an exciting game between two of the best teams in the NHL. The Avalanche are expected to dominate at home, while the Wild are looking to take control on the road and dominate this contest. Expect plenty of goals from Minnesota as they look to secure victory as underdogs. With great odds in place, expect the Wild to come out on top in this one as per the NHL betting trends. Take the Wild on the moneyline.
Free Pick: Minnesota Wild +134
