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Canadiens vs. Avalanche Prediction: Colorado Predicted to Win Saturday's NHL Matchup [1/4/2025]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Our expert prediction for Saturday's Montreal Canadiens vs Colorado Avalanche matchup.
NHL action continues on Saturday at 7:00PM ET as the Montreal Canadiens lock horns with the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' proven NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts the Avalanche as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Our team has used the latest data to run 10,000 simulations of Saturday's Montreal-Colorado game," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.
"By incorporating recent updates and various other inputs, we estimate that the Avalanche are more likely to win, while the Canadiens have a lower chance of victory."
For expanded analysis of Saturday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Canadiens vs. Avalanche predictions page.
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Habs vs. Avs Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Saturday's action between the Avalanche and Canadiens at Ball Arena is scheduled to begin at 7:00PM ET.
- Who: Montreal Canadiens vs. Colorado Avalanche
- Date: Saturday, January 4, 2025
- Time: 7:00PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Ball Arena
- Tickets: Get tickets for the game on Ticketmaster
Dimers.com's in-depth preview of Saturday's Canadiens vs. Avalanche matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any Montreal vs. Colorado picks, be sure to check out the latest NHL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
Canadiens vs. Avalanche Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Puck Line?
Using trusted machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Saturday's NHL matchup between the Canadiens and Avalanche 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model currently gives the Avalanche a 69% chance of defeating the Canadiens.
According to our model, the Canadiens (+1.5) have a 53% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of 6.5 goals has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Canadiens vs. Avalanche Odds
We have sourced the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Canadiens | Avalanche |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (+114) | -1.5 (-125) |
| Moneyline | +280 | -330 |
| Total | o6.5 (-110) | u6.5 (-105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Canadiens vs. Avalanche Picks
Our model's biggest edge in today's Canadiens vs. Avalanche matchup is on the over/under.
Our expert predictions, aligned with the current odds, reveal the best NHL picks for every game throughout the season.
Unlimited access to our complete set of picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.
Canadiens vs. Avalanche Player Props
Who will score the first goal in Canadiens vs. Avalanche?
According to our model, Colorado's Mikko Rantanen is most likely to score the first goal in Canadiens vs. Avalanche.
Our projections give Rantanen a 10.1% chance of scoring the first goal at Ball Arena, while the Avalanche star is a 48.0% chance of netting an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
Montreal Canadiens
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Nick Suzuki | 5.0% |
| Emil Heineman | 4.9% |
| Cole Caufield | 4.4% |
Colorado Avalanche
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Mikko Rantanen | 10.1% |
| Nathan MacKinnon | 8.0% |
| Artturi Lehkonen | 6.5% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
Montreal Canadiens
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Cole Caufield | 26.7% |
| Nick Suzuki | 25.9% |
| Emil Heineman | 25.8% |
Colorado Avalanche
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Mikko Rantanen | 48.0% |
| Nathan MacKinnon | 41.7% |
| Artturi Lehkonen | 36.4% |
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Conclusion
We predict the Avalanche, with a 69% win probability, will likely beat the Canadiens on Saturday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Canadiens vs. Avalanche insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from 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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Nick Slade, with nearly two decades of experience, is the Chief Content Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, overseeing content for Dimers. He specializes in soccer, NBA, and NHL betting, leveraging predictive analytics and machine learning to provide accurate betting insights.
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