Dallas (42-21-2) at Colorado (40-24-3)
- When: Mar 16 2025, 1:30 PM
- Where: Ball Arena, Denver, CO, USA
- TV: TNT
Dallas Stars vs. Colorado Avalanche: Betting Preview & Prediction
Moneyline Favorite: Colorado (-138) | Total: 6.0
Colorado Avalanche
The Avalanche are on a roll, going 7-0-1 in their last eight games as they make a push for home-ice advantage in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. With a chance to close the gap on Dallas for second place in the Central Division, this matchup in Denver holds significant weight.
Colorado’s trade deadline moves have paid off, adding Brock Nelson, Charlie Coyle, and Jack Drury to strengthen their center depth. That aggressive push from management has given the team a confidence boost, as they continue to pick up valuable points down the stretch.
Forward Parker Kelly emphasized the team’s game-by-game mentality after scoring two goals in a 4-2 win over Calgary on Friday:
“You don’t want to look too far ahead, just take it one game at a time. We’ve got a great group here.”
The Avalanche have won five straight home games, and their depth at forward and aggressive play in transition have fueled their offensive surge.
Dallas Stars
The Stars are looking to rebound after a 4-1 loss to Winnipeg on Friday, a game that saw them struggle to generate quality scoring chances. Despite outshooting the Jets 25-22, Winnipeg clogged the neutral zone and neutralized Dallas’ offensive attack.
Coach Peter DeBoer acknowledged that the team is learning how to compete against top competition:
“We’re learning about ourselves and what it takes to compete with the best in the conference. There are some good lessons in that loss.”
Since the trade deadline, Dallas has lost two of three games, but their key addition Mikko Rantanen has already made an impact, scoring in his first two games before being held off the scoresheet against the Jets.
The Stars are still in control of their destiny, sitting three points ahead of Colorado with two fewer games played. However, they need to bounce back quickly to avoid losing more ground in the standings.
Mason Marchment spoke about flushing the loss and moving forward:
“This next game is just as big as the last. You’ve got to let this one fuel you and put it behind you.”
Betting Prediction & Final Score
With home-ice advantage on the line, expect Colorado to continue their dominant stretch at Ball Arena. The Avalanche’s trade acquisitions have boosted their offensive depth, and with Dallas struggling to find consistency, Colorado should capitalize on home ice.
Final Score Prediction: Avalanche 4, Stars 3
Best Bet: Colorado ML (-138)
Lean: Over 6.0 (-105)
- NHL Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
