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Avalanche vs. Red Wings Prediction: Colorado Predicted to Win Saturday's NHL Matchup [12/7/2024]
Our expert prediction for Saturday's Colorado Avalanche vs Detroit Red Wings matchup.
The Detroit Red Wings and Colorado Avalanche are scheduled to meet in the NHL at Little Caesars Arena on Saturday, starting at 7:00PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' proven NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts the Avalanche as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Our team has used the latest data to run 10,000 simulations of Saturday's Colorado-Detroit game," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.
"By incorporating recent updates and various other inputs, we estimate that the Avalanche are more likely to win, while the Red Wings have a lower chance of victory."
For a closer look at Saturday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Avalanche vs. Red Wings predictions page.
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Avs vs. Red Wings Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Saturday's matchup between the Red Wings and Avalanche at Little Caesars Arena is scheduled to commence at 7:00PM ET.
- Who: Colorado Avalanche vs. Detroit Red Wings
- Date: Saturday, December 7, 2024
- Time: 7:00PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Little Caesars Arena
- Tickets: Get tickets for the game on Ticketmaster
Dimers.com's comprehensive preview of Saturday's Avalanche vs. Red Wings matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
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Avalanche vs. Red Wings Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Puck Line?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Saturday's NHL game between the Avalanche and Red Wings 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model gives the Avalanche a 61% chance of beating the Red Wings.
According to our model, the Red Wings (+1.5) have a 60% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of 6.5 goals has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Avalanche vs. Red Wings Odds
We have sourced the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Avalanche | Red Wings |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | -1.5 (+120) | +1.5 (-134) |
| Moneyline | -210 | +180 |
| Total | o6.5 (-125) | u6.5 (+106) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Avalanche vs. Red Wings Picks
Our model's strongest edge in today's Avalanche vs. Red Wings matchup is on the moneyline.
Our expert predictions, aligned with the best odds, reveal the best NHL picks for every game throughout the season.
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Avalanche vs. Red Wings Player Props
Who will score the first goal in Avalanche vs. Red Wings?
According to our model, Colorado's Mikko Rantanen is most likely to score the first goal in Avalanche vs. Red Wings.
Our projections give Rantanen an 8.7% chance of scoring the first goal at Little Caesars Arena, while the Avalanche star is a 41.1% chance of netting an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
Colorado Avalanche
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Mikko Rantanen | 8.7% |
| Nathan MacKinnon | 7.3% |
| Artturi Lehkonen | 5.8% |
Detroit Red Wings
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Dylan Larkin | 7.5% |
| Lucas Raymond | 6.5% |
| Alex DeBrincat | 4.6% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
Colorado Avalanche
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Mikko Rantanen | 41.1% |
| Nathan MacKinnon | 38.8% |
| Artturi Lehkonen | 31.3% |
Detroit Red Wings
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Dylan Larkin | 37.6% |
| Lucas Raymond | 34.7% |
| Alex DeBrincat | 28.1% |
Conclusion
We predict the Avalanche, with a 61% win probability, will likely beat the Red Wings on Saturday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Avalanche vs. Red Wings insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Nick Slade, with nearly two decades of experience, is the Chief Content Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, overseeing content for Dimers. He specializes in soccer, NBA, and NHL betting, leveraging predictive analytics and machine learning to provide accurate betting insights.
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