Devils vs Avalanche Prediction
NHL · 20 Oct 2026 · 23:00 UTC · Result: Lost (4–3)
Match preview
Devils host Avalanche in the NHL on 20 Oct 2026, kick-off 23:00 UTC. Recent form: Devils L-W-W-L-W (3W 2L); Avalanche L-W-L-W-L (2W 3L).
Vantip's record in NHL
- NHL: 70 wins, 40 losses (64% win rate, voids excluded).
- Moneyline market across all NHL: 70 wins, 40 losses (64% win rate).
Every settled tip is public on the track record.
AI Match Analysis
The market makes Colorado a narrow favourite at 40.2% against 37.8% for New Jersey. The independent model is almost identical at 39.2% for Colorado and 38.1% for New Jersey, so there is no real gap between the two. Colorado has more top-end talent, with MacKinnon, Makar, Necas and Nelson. The Avalanche are on the second night of a back-to-back after a 3-2 loss in Philadelphia. They are also without Nicolas Roy and Zachary L'Heureux, and Logan O'Connor and Georgii Merkulov are on injured reserve. Scott Wedgewood is expected in goal because Blackwood played the night before. New Jersey is rested after three days off, and Luke Evangelista returns from illness. Connor Brown, Nick Bjugstad and Seamus Casey remain out. These facts are public, and the price of 2.30 against 2.45 already reflects the schedule spot and the absences. The price looks fair, so I see no value. Colorado is still the most likely single outcome, but only by a slim margin.
This tip is for informational purposes only. Betting involves financial risk. Please gamble responsibly. 18+.