Colorado Avalanche vs Chicago Blackhawks Odds Preview with Prediction

The NHL hockey betting odds menu sees a clash between Chicago and Colorado Avalanche on Thursday, with the host Blackhawks trying to win for themselves and reward betting fans who back them on the moneyline.

Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick

The Colorado Avalanche were listed as 150 underdogs on the NHL hockey moneyline earlier at Sportsbook. The over under total was set at 5.5 before betting started earlier on Thursday at Sportsbook.

Handicapping models based on recent betting stats and prediction formulas pick a 4-1.6 win for the Blackhawks. View the computer score prediction and who will win the pick on the moneyline for all upcoming NHL matchups here.

Colorado Avalanche vs Chicago Blackhawks Matchup

Team Betting Records & Power Rankings

The Blackhawks sit at 6-3-1 on the season; in comparison, the Colorado Avalanche are currently 4-4-0. Looking to wager on the totals? Chicago is 5-3-2 OU, and Colorado is 4-4 OU. Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and Chicago vs Colorado injuries news.

The Chicago Blackhawks sit at No. 9 in the current NHL power poll here at Odds Shark, while the Colorado Avalanche sit at a No. 28 on the same chart.

Statistical Matchup

The game also pits Chicago's No. 3-ranked offense, averaging 3.6 goals per game, against a Avalanche defense that ranks No. 21 at 3 goals allowed. The Blackhawks power play is averaging 23.81% while the Avalanche defense kills off 77.14% of their penalties.

Recent Outings Betting Recap

In their last action, Colorado was a 5-1 loser at home against the Predators. Bettors on Nashville at -113 on the moneyline collected their winnings from that game, while the total score (6) sent OVER bettors home happy as well.

Chicago was a 5-1 Sportsbook in its last match at home against the Flames. They won as favorites, while the total score of 6 made Sportsbooks of OVER bettors.

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