Match Analysis: Colorado Avalanche vs San Jose Sharks – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-11-26
- Time: 2:10 AM UTC
- Location: Ball Arena
Game Overview
The Colorado Avalanche host the San Jose Sharks in an NHL regular season matchup at Ball Arena. The Avalanche enter the game with a dominant record, boasting a 16-1-5 overall and 8-0-2 at home, while the Sharks are 11-9-3 overall and 4-5-0 away. The Avalanche are riding a strong win streak and are among the league leaders, while the Sharks have shown inconsistency but possess offensive talent.
Key Factors to Consider
- Colorado Avalanche are performing exceptionally well this season, with a league-best home record and a high-scoring offense led by Nathan MacKinnon. The Sharks have been inconsistent, alternating wins and losses, but have shown resilience in close games. Their offense is led by Macklin Celebrini, but their defense and goaltending have been less reliable.
- The Avalanche and Sharks have met once this season, with the Sharks winning 3-2. Historically, Colorado has had the upper hand in recent matchups, but San Jose has shown the ability to compete closely.
- No major injuries reported for either team as of the latest updates. Both rosters are expected to be at full strength, which is a positive for Coloradoβs depth and San Joseβs offensive options.
- The game is being played at Ball Arena, where the Avalanche have been nearly unbeatable this season. The home crowd and altitude could provide a slight edge. The Sharks are on the road, which has been a challenge for them this year.
- Colorado is motivated to extend their win streak and maintain their position at the top of the league. San Jose is looking to prove they can compete with the best and improve their playoff positioning.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Colorado Avalanche: -385, San Jose Sharks: 285 | Colorado Avalanche | β β β β β 85% |
| Spread | Colorado Avalanche: -1.5 -143, San Jose Sharks: 1.5 115 | Colorado Avalanche -1.5 | β β β β β 70% |
| Over/under | Over: 6.5 102, Under: 6.5 -127 | Under 6.5 | β β β ββ 65% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Colorado Avalanche -0% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Under 6.5 -2% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Colorado Avalanche at -0% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 0% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
The Colorado Avalanche are favored to win this game due to their strong home record, offensive firepower, and overall team depth. The Sharks are capable of keeping the game close, but are unlikely to overcome the Avalancheβs dominance at Ball Arena.
Predicted Score: Colorado Avalanche 4 – 2 San Jose Sharks