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Vegas Golden Knights vs. Colorado Avalanche: Preview, Predictions and Picks for November 27, 2024

Updated on:
Nov 27, 2024 9:34 PM
The Vegas Golden Knights bring their three-game winning streak to Ball Arena on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, as they take on the Colorado Avalanche at 10:00 PM. The Golden Knights, sitting atop the Pacific Division with a 14-6-2 record, look to build on their momentum against a gritty Avalanche team that's struggled at home, posting a 6-6 record at Ball Arena. This inter-division matchup promises to be an intense battle between two NHL powerhouses.
Vegas Golden Knights vs Colorado Avalanche

Current Odds

VGK
COL
Over
5.5
-130
Under
6.5
+107
VGK
+1.0
-123
COL
-1.5
+155
VGK
ML
+137
COL
ML
-154

Golden Knights vs Avalanche statistics

Stat Golden Knights Avalanche
Goals For per Game 3.86 3.41
Goals Against per Game 3.09 3.77
Shots per Game 30.9 29.5
Shots Against per Game 28.6 26.0
Power Play Goals 17 20
Power Play Goals Against 11 16
Short Handed Goals 1 1
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 129 168
Power Play Percentage 30.9 29.0
Penalty Kill Percentage 76.6 71.9

Colorado Avalanche recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
11/25/24 @ Tampa Bay Lightning L 8-2
11/23/24 @ Florida Panthers W 7-4
11/21/24 @ Washington Capitals W 2-1
11/18/24 @ Philadelphia Flyers W 3-2
11/15/24 vs Washington Capitals L 5-2

Vegas Golden Knights recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
11/25/24 @ Philadelphia Flyers W 5-4 SO
11/23/24 @ Montreal Canadiens W 6-2
11/21/24 @ Ottawa Senators W 3-2
11/20/24 @ Toronto Maple Leafs L 3-0
11/17/24 vs Washington Capitals L 5-2

Colorado Avalanche injuries

  • Jonathan Drouin (LW): Day-To-Day
  • Alexandar Georgiev (G): Injured Reserve
  • Valeri Nichushkin (RW): Injured Reserve
  • Miles Wood (LW): Injured Reserve
  • Gabriel Landeskog (LW): Injured Reserve

Vegas Golden Knights injuries

  • William Karlsson (C): Day-To-Day
  • Zach Whitecloud (D): Day-To-Day
  • Alex Pietrangelo (D): Day-To-Day
  • Mark Stone (RW): Injured Reserve
  • Ben Hutton (D): Injured Reserve

Golden Knights vs Avalanche game info

Type Info
Venue Ball Arena
Location Denver, CO
Puck drop Wed 10:00 PM
TV TNT

Golden Knights vs Avalanche predictions

As the Vegas Golden Knights stride into this exciting matchup on a sizzling three-game winning streak, all eyes will likely be on Jack Eichel, who has been nothing short of spectacular this season. With an impressive tally of 26 assists and 34 points, Eichel’s ability to create plays and set up scoring opportunities could be a game-changer. Alongside him, Pavel Dorofeyev, leading the team with 11 goals, poses a significant threat to any defense. His knack for finding the back of the net could really come in handy, especially when facing a team like the Colorado Avalanche, who are known for their robust defensive play.

Flipping over to the Colorado Avalanche, the duo of Nathan MacKinnon and Mikko Rantanen have been instrumental in keeping the team competitive in a tough Central Division. MacKinnon, who has racked up 28 assists and 35 points, has been at the core of Colorado's offensive strategy, orchestrating plays and penetrating defenses with his dynamic speed and vision. Meanwhile, Rantanen, the team's top goal scorer with 14 goals, will be eager to exploit any lapses in the Golden Knights' defensive armor. Their combined efforts could very well tilt the ice in Colorado's favor, setting the stage for an intense battle.

Considering the form and firepower of both teams, this showdown at the Ball Arena is set to be a nail-biter. However, with the Vegas Golden Knights currently enjoying a wave of momentum and showing a slightly better edge in scoring efficiency and defensive solidity, I’m leaning towards a continuation of their winning streak. It’s going to be close, but the Golden Knights might just have enough in their arsenal to edge out the Avalanche in what promises to be a thrilling encounter. What do you think? Will the Avalanche manage to stop Vegas, or will the Golden Knights’ victory march go on?

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