Colorado Avalanche vs Minnesota Wild Prediction, Odds and Picks for Today, 05/09/26

The Colorado Avalanche and Minnesota Wild continue their second-round series in the NHL Playoffs. The Presidents’ Trophy winner in Colorado has now won all six of their playoff games so far, and will look to make it seven as this series hits the road. Meanwhile, this is already a must-win for Minnesota, who is down 0-2. To get you set for all of the action, here is our expert Avalanche vs. Wild prediction.

The absence of Joel Eriksson-Ek and Jonas Brodin have proven to be major issues for Minnesota. Veteran defender Zach Bogosian is returning to the lineup after a Game 2 absence, but the team needs a lot more firepower. The Wild are also facing some goaltending adversity, as both Filip Gustavsson and Jesper Wallstedt have posted save percentages below .820 in each of their appearances in this series. There is much chaos forming in Minnesota, with home ice advantage in the next two games unlikely to help. Colorado’s foot is fully pressed on the gas as they are absolutely running through the playoffs so far. They are incredibly deep, mature, talented, and their play has been impeccable, outscoring opponents 27-13 and winning 5/6 games in regulation. 16 of 20 players who have suited up in these playoffs have accumulated 2+ points, with 14 finding the back of the net at least once. This has been a full team effort, and clearly look the part of a Stanley Cup winner. This won’t get any easier for Minnesota, and we expect Colorado to continue their winning ways on Saturday.

Avalanche vs. Wild prediction: Avalanche ML (-130) available at time of publication. Playable to -150.

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