The Colorado Avalanche and Vegas Golden Knights meet in Game 3 of the NHL Western Conference Finals tonight. Puck drop is set for 8:00 p.m. EDT at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nev. The game will be broadcast live on ESPN.
The Avalanche are favored by -1.5 on the puck line, with the over/under set at 6 (-110o / -110u). The Avalanche are a -145 favorite to win outright, while the Golden Knights are +120 to pull off the upset.
Let's get into my Avalanche vs Golden Knights prediction and NHL picks.
Golden Knights vs Avalanche Prediction
- Golden Knights vs Avalanche Pick: Under 6.5 (-140 | Play to -145)
My best bet for Avalanche vs. Golden Knights is Under 6.5. For updated odds, visit our NHL odds page.
Avalanche vs Golden Knights Odds
| Avalanche Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
-1.5 +173 | 6 -110o / -110u | -145 |
| Golden Knights Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
+1.5 -207 | 6 -110o / -110u | +120 |
- Avalanche vs. Golden Knights Spread: Avalanche -1.5 (+173), Golden Knights +1.5 (-207)
- Avalanche vs. Golden Knights Over/Under: 6 (-110o / -110u)
- Avalanche vs. Golden Knights Moneyline: Avalanche -145, Golden Knights +120
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Avalanche vs Golden Knights NHL Betting Preview
Colorado Avalanche Betting Preview
There have been six or fewer total goals scored in each of the first two games of this series, and another low-scoring game is likely in Game 3. It remains to be seen whether Scott Wedgewood will remain in net or if the Avalanche will turn to Mackenzie Blackwood, but both are strong options.
Wedgewood had an excellent season, posting a 31-6-6 record with a .921 save percentage and a 2.02 goals-against average. Despite his past two starts, he still owns a .912 save percentage and a 2.30 goals-against average across 10 playoff appearances.
Meanwhile, Blackwood posted a 23-10-2 record with a .904 save percentage and a 2.51 goals-against average in 39 appearances this season. Regardless of who starts, they will benefit from playing behind one of the league’s top defenses.
During the regular season, Colorado ranked fourth in expected goals against per 60 minutes (xGA/60) and first in goals allowed per game.
Vegas Golden Knights Betting Preview
That said, the Golden Knights limited high-danger scoring chances at an even higher rate. They finished second in xGA/60 during the regular season, a trend that has continued into the playoffs.
Both teams rank in the top half of playoff teams in xGA/60 this postseason. Backing Vegas’ defensive play is goaltender Carter Hart, who has been one of the most effective netminders remaining.
Hart has won each of his past four starts, allowing two or fewer goals in each outing. Over that stretch, he has recorded a .956 save percentage and a 1.47 goals-against average.
Avalanche vs Golden Knights Prediction
Hart’s strong play, combined with Vegas’ elite defensive presence, has contributed to low-scoring games in these playoffs. There have been six or fewer total goals scored in each of the Golden Knights’ past four games.
Both defenses are among the league’s best, and Hart has been one of the top performers this postseason. On the other hand, Wedgewood or Blackwood is capable of delivering solid performances.
Pick: Under 6.5 (-140 | Play to -145)
