The red-hot Colorado Avalanche host the surging St. Louis Blues in a pivotal Western Conference matchup at Ball Arena on Saturday.
Both teams enter on impressive winning streaks, with Colorado notching four straight victories and St. Louis riding an eight-game heater that's vaulted them into a wild card spot.
With the season series tied 1-1, this home team vs away team battle could have major playoff implications as the regular season winds down.
Colorado Avalanche vs. St. Louis Blues prediction: who will win?
For tonight's Colorado Avalanche vs St. Louis Blues matchup, our predictive model gives the Avs a 59% chance of defeating the Blues.
Pre-game probabilities
Colorado Avalanche
Moneyline
Win %
59%
41%
St. Louis Blues
Colorado Avalanche: 59% win probability
- Offensive firepower (248 goals scored, 4th in Western Conference)
- Strong home ice advantage (45 wins, 3rd in Western Conference)
- Momentum from recent success (WWWWL form, 4 wins in last 5 games)
St. Louis Blues: 41% win probability
- Defensive struggles (211 goals against, 8th worst in Western Conference)
- Lower point total (85 points compared to Avalanche's 93)
- Inconsistent road performance (39 wins overall, indicating struggles away from home)
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Colorado Avalanche vs. St. Louis Blues preview
The Colorado Avalanche are set to host the St. Louis Blues in what promises to be a thrilling Western Conference showdown at Ball Arena.
Both teams come into this matchup riding hot streaks, with the Blues on an impressive eight-game winning run and the Avs victorious in eight of their last ten.
St. Louis has been propelled by Jordan Kyrou's stellar form, with the center racking up 15 points in March alone, while Colorado's offense continues to fire on all cylinders, averaging a whopping 4.6 goals per game in their last five home tilts.
Keep an eye on Nathan MacKinnon, who's been tearing up the league with a jaw-dropping 108 points, though he's only managed one against the Blues this season.
The Avalanche's power play has been lethal, which could spell trouble for St. Louis' 29th-ranked penalty kill unit.
While the Blues have had an easier schedule of late, they've proven they can hang with the big boys, making this clash a potential playoff preview.
With both teams jockeying for playoff positioning, expect a fast-paced, high-intensity affair that could come down to special teams and goaltending.
Buckle up, hockey fans – this one's got all the makings of an instant classic.
Colorado Avalanche vs. St. Louis Blues form
Colorado Avalanche vs. St. Louis Blues head to head
Colorado Avalanche
67%
St. Louis Blues
33%
Feb 23, 2025
St. Louis Blues
3 : 1
Colorado Avalanche
Feb 1, 2025
Colorado Avalanche
5 : 0
St. Louis Blues
Mar 20, 2024
St. Louis Blues
3 : 4
Colorado Avalanche
Dec 30, 2023
St. Louis Blues
1 : 2
Colorado Avalanche
Nov 12, 2023
Colorado Avalanche
2 : 8
St. Louis Blues
Nov 2, 2023
Colorado Avalanche
4 : 1
St. Louis Blues
