Dallas Stars vs Colorado Avalanche 5/1/25 NHL Free Pick

Alright, folks, let's dive into the upcoming NHL matchup between the Dallas Stars and the Colorado Avalanche. The Dallas Stars are heading into this game on a tough losing streak, having dropped their last 7 games. On the other hand, the Colorado Avalanche are coming off a solid win in their previous outing.

Looking at the standings, the Dallas Stars currently sit in 2nd place with 50 wins and 26 losses. Despite their recent struggles, the Stars have been dominant at home with a record of 28-10. However, their away record stands at 22-16, which is not as strong as their home performance. They have scored 277 goals while conceding 224.

In contrast, the Colorado Avalanche hold the 3rd position with 49 wins and 29 losses. They have been solid at home with a record of 26-12 and have posted a decent away record of 23-17. The Avalanche have scored the same number of goals as the Stars (277) but have conceded slightly more, with 234 goals against.

Now, let's talk about the power ratings. The Dallas Stars have a power rating of -22.60, indicating a win percentage of 61.0% and a points differential of 0.65. On the other side, the Colorado Avalanche boast a strong power rating of 123.65, with a win percentage of 59.8% and a points differential of 0.52. These ratings suggest that the Avalanche have been performing consistently at a high level.

As for the betting odds, the Colorado Avalanche are favored to win this game with a spread of -1.5. The money line odds are -190 for the Avalanche and +163 for the Stars. The over/under is set at 6.0 goals.

In conclusion, the Dallas Stars will need to break their losing streak and put up a strong performance to challenge the Colorado Avalanche, who are currently in good form. The Avalanche's solid power rating and recent win make them the favorites in this matchup. However, in hockey, anything can happen, and the Stars will be looking to turn things around. It's shaping up to be an exciting game with the Avalanche holding the edge. Let's see how it all unfolds on the ice!

The predicted final score is for the Dallas Stars to beat the home team Colorado Avalanche 4-2

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Dallas vs Colorado Betting Odds

Spread, Total, Moneyline. It's important to note that betting odds can change leading up to the game, so be sure to check for updates.

Team	Spread	ML	Total
Dallas	+1 -147	+175	o6.0 102
Colorado	-1 +127	-210	u6.0 102

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