The Colorado Avalanche (24-15-1) will welcome the Florida Panthers (24-14-2) to Ball Arena on Monday night in what promises to be an electrifying matchup between two Stanley Cup contenders.
The Avalanche enter the contest riding impressive momentum, having won six of their last seven games, while the Panthers look to build on their recent 3-2 shootout victory over Pittsburgh.
Colorado's recent success has been largely attributed to the outstanding play of goaltender Mackenzie Blackwood, who has posted a remarkable 1.78 GAA and .935 save percentage in eight starts since joining the team.
The Panthers' offensive duo of Sam Reinhart (22 goals, 24 assists) and Matthew Tkachuk (14 goals, 22 assists) continues to drive their attack, though the team has struggled recently with just nine goals in their last five games.
These teams have already met once this season, with Colorado claiming a high-scoring 7-4 victory in Florida on November 23, though the Panthers hold a 6-3-1 advantage in their last ten meetings overall.
As both teams battle for crucial points in their respective division races, this cross-conference clash could hinge on whether Colorado's explosive offense, led by Nathan MacKinnon's 65 points, can breakthrough against Florida's typically stingy defense.
Colorado Avalanche vs. Florida Panthers: who will win?
For tonight's Colorado Avalanche vs Florida Panthers matchup, our predictive model gives the Avalanche a 67% chance of defeating the Panthers.
Colorado Avalanche: 67% win probability
- Explosive offense (137 goals scored, 4th highest in Western Conference)
- Strong recent form (LWWWW in last 5 games)
- Consistent point accumulation (49 points in 40 games played)
Florida Panthers: 33% win probability
- Inconsistent recent performance (WLWLL in last 5 games)
- Defensive struggles (124 goals against, higher than conference average)
- Road game disadvantage (facing a team with strong home record)
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Colorado Avalanche vs. Florida Panthers odds
| Colorado Avalanche | Florida Panthers | |
|---|---|---|
| moneyline | -125 (via DraftKings Sportsbook) | +105 (via DraftKings Sportsbook) |
Key stats
- 1The Colorado Avalanche have won 24 out of 40 matches this season.
- 2The Florida Panthers have won 24 out of 40 matches this season.
- 3With 49 points, the Colorado Avalanche holds the 7th position in the league standings.
- 4Florida Panthers's 50 points place them 5th in the rankings.
Colorado Avalanche vs. Florida Panthers form
Colorado Avalanche vs. Florida Panthers head to head
Colorado Avalanche
50%
Florida Panthers
50%
Nov 23, 2024
Florida Panthers
4 : 7
Colorado Avalanche
Feb 10, 2024
Florida Panthers
4 : 0
Colorado Avalanche
Jan 6, 2024
Colorado Avalanche
4 : 8
Florida Panthers
Feb 11, 2023
Florida Panthers
3 : 5
Colorado Avalanche
Jan 11, 2023
Colorado Avalanche
4 : 5
Florida Panthers
Dec 13, 2021
Colorado Avalanche
3 : 2
Florida Panthers
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