Searching for best bets for the upcoming game between the Colorado Avalanche and the Minnesota Wild on Thursday at 8:00 PM ET? You’ve come to the right place. In the article below, we offer our picks and predictions to help you make smart betting decisions for this matchup. Sign up for ESPN+ today to watch 1,000+ out-of-market NHL games, ESPN+ Hockey Night & more. Avalanche vs. Wild Picks Bet on this or any NHL matchup at BetMGM. Total Pick Pick OU: Over 6 (model projecting 6.2 goals) This season, Colorado and its opponent have combined to outscore Thursday’s total of 6 goals 26 times. So far this season, 20 games Minnesota has played finished with more than 6 goals. The over/under for this game (6) is 0.4 less than the combined scoring averages for the Avalanche (3.33) and Wild (3.05). The 5.8 goals per game these two teams allow are 0.2 less than the over/under set for this contest. Bet on the total at BetMGM today! Moneyline Pick Avalanche Moneyline: -137 The Avalanche have gone 22-10 this season when favored on the moneyline. When it has played with moneyline odds of -137 or shorter, Colorado is 19-9 (winning 67.9% of the time). Based on the moneyline in this contest, the Avalanche’s implied win probability is 57.8%. Wild Moneyline: +115 In 15 games as an underdog on the moneyline, Minnesota has pulled off the upset seven times. The Wild have six victories in games with moneyline odds of +115 or longer (in 12 chances). Minnesota’s implied probability to win this matchup is 46.5% based on the moneyline. Place your moneyline bet at BetMGM now! Score Prediction Prediction: Minnesota 4, Colorado 2 Avalanche Points Leaders Nathan MacKinnon has been important to Colorado’s offense this season, racking up 66 points in 42 games. Mikko Rantanen has 24 goals and 34 assists for Colorado to compile 58 total points (1.4 per game). Through 42 games, Cale Makar has proven himself as another option for Colorado. He has 49 points (13 goals and 36 assists). As Colorado’s top goalie, Mackenzie Blackwood has recorded 13 wins and 10 losses this season while giving up 67 goals with 738 saves. Wild Points Leaders Kirill Kaprizov is a leading scorer for Minnesota, with 50 points this season. He has recorded 23 goals and 27 assists in 34 games. Marco Rossi is key for Minnesota’s attack with 37 total points (0.9 per game), including 15 goals and 22 assists through 41 contests. Minnesota’s Matthew Boldy has 35 points, courtesy of 15 goals (second on team) and 20 assists (third). Filip Gustavsson has a record of 18-6-3 in 28 games this season, conceding 63 goals (2.3 goals against average) with 748 saves and a .922 save percentage, seventh-best in the league. Avalanche’s Schedule Looking for officially licensed NHL gear? Fanatics has jerseys, hats, apparel, memorabilia, trading cards, collectibles and more. Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline 1/4/2025 Canadiens L 2-1 Home -341 1/6/2025 Panthers W 3-1 Home -123 1/8/2025 Blackhawks L 3-1 Away -248 1/9/2025 Wild – Away -137 1/11/2025 Jets – Away – 1/14/2025 Rangers – Home – 1/16/2025 Oilers – Home – Wild’s Schedule Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline 1/2/2025 Capitals W 4-3 Away +145 1/4/2025 Hurricanes W 4-0 Away +185 1/7/2025 Blues W 6-4 Home -130 1/9/2025 Avalanche – Home +115 1/11/2025 Sharks – Away – 1/12/2025 Golden Knights – Away – 1/15/2025 Oilers – Home – Watch 1,000+ out-of-market NHL games, ESPN+ Hockey Night & more streaming all season on ESPN+. Colorado vs. Minnesota Game Info Date: Thursday, January 9, 2025 Time: 8:00 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: Saint Paul, Minnesota Venue: Xcel Energy Center Not all offers available in all states, please visit BetMGM for the latest promotions for your area. Must be 21+ to gamble, please wager responsibly. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, contact 1-800-GAMBLER. The post How to Pick the Avalanche vs. Wild Game with Odds, Spread, Betting Line and Stats – January 9 appeared first on Austin Daily Herald.