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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Our expert prediction for Wednesday's Dallas Stars vs Colorado Avalanche matchup.
The Colorado Avalanche will square off with the Dallas Stars in the 2025 NHL Playoffs at Ball Arena on Wednesday, beginning at 9:30PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' proven NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) projects the Avalanche as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Our team has simulated the outcome of Wednesday's Dallas-Colorado game 10,000 times," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.
"With the latest updates and numerous other variables, we estimate the Avalanche's chance of winning at 61%, with the Stars at 39%."
For expanded analysis of Wednesday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Stars vs. Avalanche predictions page.
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Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Wednesday's NHL Playoffs matchup between the Stars and Avalanche 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model gives the Avalanche a 61% chance of beating the Stars.
According to our model, the Stars (+1.5) have a 61% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6.5-goal over/under has a 53% chance of staying under.
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Stars vs. Avalanche Odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Stars | Avalanche |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-155) | -1.5 (+134) |
| Moneyline | +170 | -184 |
| Total | o6.5 (-104) | u6.5 (-112) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
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Stars vs. Avalanche Picks and Best Bets
Our model's biggest edge in today's Stars vs. Avalanche matchup is on the moneyline.
Our expert predictions, matched against the latest odds, reveal the best NHL picks and NHL best bets for every game throughout the season.
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Who will score the first goal in Stars vs. Avalanche?
According to our model, Colorado's Nathan MacKinnon is most likely to score the first goal in Stars vs. Avalanche.
Our projections give MacKinnon an 8.9% chance of scoring the first goal at Ball Arena, while the Avalanche star is a 40.6% chance of netting an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
Dallas Stars
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Wyatt Johnston | 6.7% |
| Mikko Rantanen | 6.0% |
| Roope Hintz | 4.6% |
Colorado Avalanche
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Nathan MacKinnon | 8.9% |
| Brock Nelson | 5.7% |
| Valeri Nichushkin | 5.4% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
Dallas Stars
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Wyatt Johnston | 33.6% |
| Mikko Rantanen | 31.9% |
| Roope Hintz | 26.5% |
Colorado Avalanche
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Nathan MacKinnon | 40.6% |
| Brock Nelson | 28.0% |
| Valeri Nichushkin | 27.0% |
Stars vs. Avs Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Wednesday's matchup between the Avalanche and Stars in the Stanley Cup Playoffs is scheduled to begin at 9:30PM ET.
- Who: Dallas Stars vs. Colorado Avalanche
- Date: Wednesday, April 23, 2025
- Time: 9:30PM ET/6:30PM PT
- Venue: Ball Arena
The Stanley Cup Playoffs (aka NHL Playoffs) is the National Hockey League's postseason elimination tournament to determine the winner of the Stanley Cup.
Sixteen teams, including the Stars and Avalanche, reached the 2025 NHL Playoffs, which consists of four rounds: the First Round, Second Round, Conference Finals and Stanley Cup Finals.
Each round is played as a best-of-seven series, with the first team to four wins progressing to the next round until a champion is crowned.
Dimers.com's in-depth preview of Wednesday's Stars vs. Avalanche matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any Dallas vs. Colorado picks, be sure to check out the latest NHL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
Conclusion
We predict the Avalanche, with a 61% win probability, will likely beat the Stars on Wednesday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Stars vs. Avalanche 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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