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Avalanche vs. Blackhawks Prediction: Colorado Predicted to Win Wednesday's NHL Matchup [1/8/2025]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Our expert prediction for Wednesday's Colorado Avalanche vs Chicago Blackhawks matchup.
NHL action continues on Wednesday at 7:30PM ET as the favored Colorado Avalanche take on the Chicago Blackhawks at United Center.
Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' advanced NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) projects the Avalanche as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Our team has simulated the outcome of Wednesday's Colorado-Chicago game 10,000 times," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.
"With the latest updates and numerous other variables, we estimate the Avalanche's chance of winning at 66%, with the Blackhawks at 34%."
For a closer look at Wednesday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Avalanche vs. Blackhawks predictions page.
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Avs vs. Hawks Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Wednesday's game between the Blackhawks and Avalanche at United Center is scheduled to start at 7:30PM ET.
- Who: Colorado Avalanche vs. Chicago Blackhawks
- Date: Wednesday, January 8, 2025
- Time: 7:30PM ET/4:30PM PT
- Venue: United Center
- Tickets: Get tickets for the game on Ticketmaster
Dimers.com's full preview of Wednesday's Avalanche vs. Blackhawks matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any Colorado vs. Chicago picks, be sure to check out the latest NHL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
Avalanche vs. Blackhawks Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Puck Line?
Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Wednesday's NHL matchup between the Avalanche and Blackhawks 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model gives the Avalanche a 66% chance of defeating the Blackhawks.
According to our model, the Blackhawks (+1.5) have a 56% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of 6.5 goals has a 52% chance of staying under.
Avalanche vs. Blackhawks Odds
We have researched the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Avalanche | Blackhawks |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | -1.5 (+105) | +1.5 (-120) |
| Moneyline | -245 | +202 |
| Total | o6.5 (-125) | u6.5 (+110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Avalanche vs. Blackhawks Picks
Our model's strongest edge in today's Avalanche vs. Blackhawks matchup is on the puck line.
Our expert predictions, matched against the best odds, reveal the best NHL picks for every game throughout the season.
Unlimited access to our full set of picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.
Avalanche vs. Blackhawks Player Props
Who will score an anytime goal in Avalanche vs. Blackhawks?
According to our model, Colorado's Mikko Rantanen is most likely to score the first goal in Avalanche vs. Blackhawks.
Our projections give Rantanen an 11.1% chance of scoring the first goal at United Center, while the Avalanche star is a 53.1% chance of registering an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
Colorado Avalanche
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Mikko Rantanen | 11.1% |
| Nathan MacKinnon | 10.2% |
| Artturi Lehkonen | 7.3% |
Chicago Blackhawks
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Connor Bedard | 5.7% |
| Taylor Hall | 4.6% |
| Tyler Bertuzzi | 4.6% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
Colorado Avalanche
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Mikko Rantanen | 53.1% |
| Nathan MacKinnon | 46.6% |
| Artturi Lehkonen | 37.8% |
Chicago Blackhawks
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Connor Bedard | 30.2% |
| Tyler Bertuzzi | 26.9% |
| Taylor Hall | 25.9% |
Conclusion
We predict the Avalanche, with a 66% win probability, will likely beat the Blackhawks on Wednesday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Avalanche vs. Blackhawks insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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