Minnesota Wild vs Colorado Avalanche Prediction, Picks & Odds | 26 Feb 2026

NHL Betting Preview: Wild vs Avalanche

The Minnesota Wild go up against the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena, with face-off scheduled for 21:00 on Thursday, February 26.

There’s definitely some value to be had when the Wild and the Avalanche clash. We think Over 6.5 goals could be on the cards and that is available at -104.

Minnesota Wild have won five on the spin, triumphing 6-5 (OT) in their previous game. This was on the road against Nashville Predators at Bridgestone Arena. Matthew Boldy scored a hat trick along with having 1 assist.

Colorado Avalanche won their last game 4-2, making it back-to-back successes. This was a road victory at Delta Center against Utah Mammoth. There were four different goalscorers including Martin Necas. Goalie Scott Wedgewood made a total of 28 saves (.933).

Head-to-Head Statistics

It was a 5-1 win for the Avs at Xcel Energy Center when they last played the Wild. The previous 10 H2H meetings have involved the Avs winning seven times.

Starting Goalies

Filip Gustavsson (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	28-15-6	2.7	.903	4
23/24	20-18-4	3.06	.899	3

Mackenzie Blackwood (Confirmed)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	23-10-2	2.5	.904	3
23/24	10-25-1	3.45	.899	2

8 wins, 1 loss and 1 overtime loss, averaging 4.5 goals from 29.8 shots on goal, with a 35.1% powerplay efficiency. The Wild have been giving up 3.3 goals from 31.4 shots, averaging 3.7 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 81.1%.

Kirill Kaprizov is the top points scorer with 18 points, 7 goals and 11 assists, with Quinn Hughes racking up 18 points, 2 goals and 16 assists, over the last 10 games. Goalie Filip Gustavsson have a 3.19 goal against average with a .889 save percentage.

The Avs have 5 wins, 4 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 3.1 goals from 31.3 shots on goal, with a 6.9% powerplay efficiency. They have conceded 2.9 goals from 25.2 shots, averaging 3.2 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 84.4%.

The top points scorer is Nathan MacKinnon with 11 points, 4 goals and 7 assists, while Brock Nelson is next in line after registering 10 points, 6 goals and 4 assists. Goalie Mackenzie Blackwood have a 2.21 GAA with a .913 SV%, including one shutout.

Minnesota Wild vs Colorado Avalanche Prediction & Picks

Be ready for Minnesota Wild vs Colorado Avalanche with our in-depth betting tips, featuring a key match prediction, our expected scoreline, best player prop picks and a value-focused bet builder.

Game Prediction

The teams should combine to light the lamp seven times or more and that leads us to back the Overs. The -104 looks too good to miss as a betting selection for this NHL clash.

The handicappers at Sportsgambler.com stay on top of the latest injuries, while recent form also shapes our hockey picks. We combine this insight with up-to-date NHL stats for sharper predictions.

Key Wild vs Avalanche stats:

• The 6.5 line has been covered in the last 5 Wild games on the road.
• The 6.5 line has been covered in 9 of the last 10 Wild games.
• The 6.5 line has been covered in 17 of the last 20 Wild games.
• The 6.5 line has been covered in 6 of the last 10 Avalanche games at home.
• The 6.5 line has been covered in 11 of the last 20 Avalanche games.

Over 6.5 Probability

Based on the odds from the best betting apps, our pick has a 51% chance of winning. Based on our analysts in-depth research, we calculate the actual probability to be 55-60%. That means we’re regarding it as a value bet.

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Our Game Prediction

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Vladimir Tarasenko To Score +375

Vladimir Tarasenko (Wild) has scored in 5 straight road games. We’re happy to take the +375 for this Anytime Goalscorer bet as there’s value in the odds that he finds the net at least once.

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Correct Score Prediction

Wild 4 - 3 Avalanche

The Wild are available at +1100 to secure a 4-3 victory. Many bettors enjoy a correct score wager and there are some nice potential returns to be had.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Wild

Avalanche

1-0

Wild

+6600

Avalanche

+6000

2-0

Wild

+6000

Avalanche

+5000

2-1

Wild

+1800

Avalanche

+1600

3-0

Wild

+4500

Avalanche

+3000

3-1

Wild

+2400

Avalanche

+1800

3-2

Wild

+1000

Avalanche

+850

4-0

Wild

+6000

Avalanche

+3500

4-1

Wild

+2200

Avalanche

+1400

4-2

Wild

+1900

Avalanche

+1400

4-3

Wild

+1100

Avalanche

+950

5-0

Wild

+11000

Avalanche

+5500

5-1

Wild

+4000

Avalanche

+2000

5-2

Wild

+2200

Avalanche

+1300

5-3

Wild

+2500

Avalanche

+1900

5-4

Wild

+1900

Avalanche

+1700

6-0

Wild

+14000

Avalanche

+8000

6-1

Wild

+9000

Avalanche

+4500

6-2

Wild

+4500

Avalanche

+2400

6-3

Wild

+3500

Avalanche

+2200

6-4

Wild

+5000

Avalanche

+4000

6-5

Wild

+4500

Avalanche

+4000

7-0

Wild

+4500

Avalanche

+12000

7-1

Wild

+14000

Avalanche

+7000

7-2

Wild

+11000

Avalanche

+5500

7-3

Wild

+7000

Avalanche

+4000

7-4

Wild

+7000

Avalanche

+5000

7-5

Wild

+10000

Avalanche

+8000

7-6

Wild

+10000

Avalanche

+10000

8-1

Wild

+10000

Avalanche

+11000

8-2

Wild

+10000

Avalanche

+10000

8-3

Wild

+10000

Avalanche

+10000

8-4

Wild

+13000

Avalanche

+9000

8-5

Wild

+14000

Avalanche

+11000

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Minnesota Wild vs Colorado Avalanche Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

Colorado Avalanche are regarded as having a 60% chance of winning this game according to the latest betting odds. The sportsbooks have priced them up at -149. Minnesota Wild are regarded as a long shot to win and you can currently back them at +125.

The puck line is 1.5 and the total goals line is 6.5. The beauty of Totals is that you only have to choose from one of two options. If you’re going for Over 6.5, then the odds are -100.

Before placing your bet, explore the top NHL sportsbooks for a wide selection of game lines and team props. Compare the lines and betting odds to find the most appealing options.

Moneyline

Wild

+125

Avalanche

-149

3-Way Moneyline

Wild

+220

Tie

+330

Avalanche

-103

Puck Line

Wild +1.5

-200

Avalanche -1.5

+160

Total Goals

Under 6.5

-122

Over 6.5

-100

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Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Minnesota Wild Stats

Colorado Avalanche Stats

Moneyline

• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
• 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 9 wins and 1 defeat in the last 10 games
• 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 home games

Puck Line

• +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 7 of the last 10 games
• +1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 6 of the last 10 games on the road

Puck Line

• -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 6 of the last 10 games
• -1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 4 of the last 10 home games

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 7.00 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 7.80 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 6.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
• Over 6.5 on the Road: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.60 goals and allowed 3.40 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 3.80 pts and allowed 4.00 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 5.10 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 6.80 goals in the previous 10 home games
• Over 6.5: Covered in 1 of the previous 10 games
• Over 6.5 at Home: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.40 goals and allowed 1.70 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 3.90 goals and allowed 2.90 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.5
• Shots: 29.1
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.2
• Penalties: 4.8
• Empty Net Goals: 0.4
• Penalty Minutes: 9.9
• Blocks: 13.3
• Faceoff Wins : 30.6
• Hits: 31.2
• Giveaways: 13.8
• Takeaways: 4.3

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 0.9
• Shots: 28.4
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.2
• Penalties: 4.6
• Empty Net Goals: 0.2
• Penalty Minutes: 10.6
• Blocks: 11.3
• Faceoff Wins : 27.6
• Hits: 27.5
• Giveaways: 13.7
• Takeaways: 4

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.4
• Shots: 34.4
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 3.9
• Empty Net Goals: 0.5
• Penalty Minutes: 7.8
• Blocks: 17.4
• Faceoff Wins : 29.6
• Hits: 19.2
• Giveaways: 15.3
• Takeaways: 4.5

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.7
• Shots: 34.9
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 3.7
• Empty Net Goals: 0.2
• Penalty Minutes: 7.4
• Blocks: 17
• Faceoff Wins : 27.1
• Hits: 18.6
• Giveaways: 16
• Takeaways: 4.6

Injuries & Suspensions

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