Colorado Avalanche vs. Dallas Stars Prediction, Odds, NHL Picks [1/4/2024]

NHL action continues on Thursday at 8:00PM ET as the Colorado Avalanche square off with the Dallas Stars at American Airlines Center.

Dimers.com's comprehensive betting preview for Thursday's Avalanche vs. Stars matchup includes the latest betting odds, as well as our predictions and picks for the game.

Avalanche vs. Stars Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Spread

We have used powerful machine learning and statistics to simulate the result of Thursday's NHL game between the Avalanche and Stars 10,000 times, in keeping with our coverage of NHL picks.

Our famous predictive analytics model gives the Stars a 53% chance of beating the Avalanche.

According to our model, the Avalanche (+1.5) have a 69% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6.5-goal Over/Under has a 55% chance of going under.

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Avalanche vs. Stars Odds

We have researched the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

• The Stars are -1.5 favorites against the Avalanche, with +190 at BetMGM Sportsbook the best odds currently available.
• For the underdog Avalanche (+1.5) to cover the puck line, DraftKings Sportsbook has the best odds currently on offer at -225.
• BetMGM currently has the best moneyline odds for the Stars at -125, which means you can risk $125 to win $100 for a total payout of $225 if they get the W.
• Elsewhere, DraftKings currently has the best moneyline odds for the Avalanche at +110, where you can bet $100 to profit $110, earning a total payout of $210 if they win.
• The Over/Under is set at 6.5 with BetMGM, which currently has the best odds for the Over at +100, while DraftKings currently has the best odds for the Under at -115.

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

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Avalanche vs. Stars Picks

By comparing our predictions to the odds listed above, we have identified the best betting picks for this game:

While the Stars are more likely to win the game, taking the Avalanche moneyline is the best option because of the edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the betting odds currently on offer.

Taking advantage of the edges seen here at Dimers is crucial to achieving long-term profitability as a bettor.

Our NHL best bets are based on world-class modeling and gambling intelligence to bring you the best possible plays every time.

Avalanche vs. Stars Player Props

Who will score an anytime goal in Avalanche vs. Stars?

According to our model, Colorado's Nathan MacKinnon is most likely to score the first goal in Avalanche vs. Stars.

Our projections give MacKinnon an 8.1% chance of scoring the first goal at American Airlines Center, while the Avalanche star is a 39.9% chance of netting an anytime goal.

First Goal Scorer Predictions

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Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions

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Avalanche vs. Stars Game Information

Thursday's game between the Stars and Avalanche at American Airlines Center is scheduled to commence at 8:00PM ET.

• Who: Colorado Avalanche vs. Dallas Stars
• Date: Thursday January 4, 2024
• Time: 8:00PM ET / 5:00PM PT
• Venue: American Airlines Center

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Conclusion

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