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Colorado Avalanche vs Minnesota Wild predictions, Mar 08, 2026

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On March 8, 2026, the Colorado Avalanche will host the Minnesota Wild in what promises to be an exhilarating NHL matchup. Both teams come into this game with a positive momentum; the Avalanche have won 4 of their last 5 matches, showcasing their offensive prowess and solid defensive strategies. Their ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities will be crucial as they face a resilient Wild team.

The Minnesota Wild, having secured victories in 3 of their last 5 games, demonstrate a well-rounded approach with balanced offensive and defensive play. Their recent form indicates they are capable of challenging the Avalanche, particularly if they can maintain puck possession and disrupt Colorado’s flow.

According to bookmakers, Colorado enters this matchup as the favorites at odds of 2.14, while Minnesota is listed at 2.97. Model predictions give Colorado a 46.6% chance of winning, with a 31.7% chance for an away victory. The predicted final score suggests a closely contested encounter, projecting a 4:3 outcome in favor of the Avalanche.

As both teams look to solidify their standings, fans can expect a high-paced game filled with strategic play. While Colorado holds a slight edge, the unpredictability of hockey means that anything can happen on the ice.

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Colorado
45.2%		 Draw
22.1%		 Minnesota
32.8%

Prediction (the most likely score): 4:3

Outrights of NHL Colorado Avalanche: 21.57% Minnesota Wild: 4.61%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
2.15 4.4 2.95
2.09 4.28 2.89

Latest Results

03.03.26 Anaheim Ducks – Colorado Avalanche – 1:5
02.03.26 Los Angeles Kings – Colorado Avalanche – 2:4
28.02.26 Colorado Avalanche – Chicago Blackhawks – 3:1
26.02.26 Colorado Avalanche – Minnesota Wild – 2:5
25.02.26 Utah Mammoth – Colorado Avalanche – 2:4		 03.03.26 Minnesota Wild – Tampa Bay Lightning – 5:1
01.03.26 Minnesota Wild – St. Louis Blues – 1:3
27.02.26 Utah Mammoth – Minnesota Wild – 5:2
26.02.26 Colorado Avalanche – Minnesota Wild – 2:5
04.02.26 Nashville Predators – Minnesota Wild – 5:6 OT

Facts

  • The most interesting match of the day — two teams from the very top of the table will face off (ranked 1 in the zone Promotion ~ NHL (Play Offs: ) and 3 in the zone Promotion ~ NHL (Play Offs: )).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Colorado won 2.
  • Colorado is in very good shape right now (last 5 games: 4 wins).
  • Minnesota‘s form has been unstable in recent games (in the last 5 games, wins – 3).
  • Minnesota may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • Colorado could have a small edge in this match.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Colorado won 9 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 11 matches, and goals 60:56. (average 3:2.8).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Colorado won 3 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 22:26. (average 2.8:3.3).

    Latest Head To Head

    26.02.26 Colorado Avalanche – Minnesota Wild – 2:5
    21.12.25 Minnesota Wild – Colorado Avalanche – 1:5
    28.11.25 Minnesota Wild – Colorado Avalanche – 3:2 penalties
    11.03.25 Minnesota Wild – Colorado Avalanche – 2:1 penalties
    28.02.25 Colorado Avalanche – Minnesota Wild – 5:2

    Standings

    Main

    Western Conference

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Colorado Avalanche 60 38 3 9 10 230:149 91
    2 Dallas Stars 61 31 7 9 14 212:165 85
    3 Minnesota Wild 62 23 13 10 16 209:180 82
    4 Vegas Golden Knights 62 21 8 14 19 205:197 72
    5 Anaheim Ducks 61 20 14 3 24 205:212 71
    6 Utah Mammoth 62 26 7 4 25 196:169 70
    7 Edmonton Oilers 62 22 8 8 24 220:210 68
    8 Seattle Kraken 61 23 6 9 23 173:179 67
    9 San Jose Sharks 59 18 12 4 25 186:207 64
    10 Los Angeles Kings 61 16 9 14 22 160:182 64
    11 Nashville Predators 62 21 7 8 26 185:213 64
    12 Winnipeg Jets 61 21 4 10 26 175:187 60
    13 Chicago Blackhawks 61 18 5 10 28 163:195 56
    14 St. Louis Blues 61 22 1 9 29 159:210 55
    15 Calgary Flames 61 20 4 7 30 150:185 55
    16 Vancouver Canucks 61 12 6 7 36 157:230 43

    Eastern Conference

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Carolina Hurricanes 61 29 10 6 16 214:175 84
    2 Tampa Bay Lightning 60 29 9 4 18 211:162 80
    3 Buffalo Sabres 62 31 6 6 19 214:184 80
    4 Detroit Red Wings 62 24 11 7 20 185:187 77
    5 Montreal Canadiens 60 22 11 9 18 213:200 75
    6 Pittsburgh Penguins 61 27 4 13 17 205:180 75
    7 New York Islanders 63 23 12 5 23 186:182 75
    8 Boston Bruins 61 26 8 5 22 205:194 73
    9 Columbus Blue Jackets 61 22 10 8 21 196:193 72
    10 Ottawa Senators 61 24 6 9 22 205:194 69
    11 Washington Capitals 63 26 5 7 25 199:189 69
    12 Philadelphia Flyers 61 19 9 11 22 177:191 67
    13 Toronto Maple Leafs 63 19 8 11 25 200:221 65
    14 New Jersey Devils 62 20 11 2 29 160:186 64
    15 Florida Panthers 62 24 6 3 29 188:209 63
    16 New York Rangers 61 15 9 8 29 166:192 56

    NHL Outrights

    1. Colorado Avalanche: 3.85 (21.57%)

    2. Tampa Bay Lightning: 4.88 (17.04%)

    3. Carolina Hurricanes: 6.88 (12.08%)

    4. Vegas Golden Knights: 9.5 (8.74%)

    5. Edmonton Oilers: 11 (7.55%)

    6. Dallas Stars: 16.5 (5.03%)

    7. Minnesota Wild: 18 (4.61%)

    8. Buffalo Sabres: 23.5 (3.53%)

    9. Montreal Canadiens: 32.5 (2.56%)

    10. Utah Mammoth: 33.5 (2.48%)

    11. Pittsburgh Penguins: 48.5 (1.71%)

    12. Detroit Red Wings: 51 (1.63%)

    13. Anaheim Ducks: 56 (1.48%)

    14. New York Islanders: 56 (1.48%)

    15. Ottawa Senators: 59 (1.41%)

    16. Washington Capitals: 71 (1.17%)

    17. Columbus Blue Jackets: 71 (1.17%)

    18. Los Angeles Kings: 71 (1.17%)

    19. Florida Panthers: 126 (0.66%)

    20. Boston Bruins: 151 (0.55%)

    21. Winnipeg Jets: 251 (0.33%)

    22. San Jose Sharks: 276 (0.3%)

    23. Seattle Kraken: 276 (0.3%)

    24. Philadelphia Flyers: 276 (0.3%)

    25. New Jersey Devils: 276 (0.3%)

    26. Nashville Predators: 301 (0.28%)

    27. Toronto Maple Leafs: 351 (0.24%)

    28. New York Rangers: 1001 (0.08%)

    29. Calgary Flames: 1251 (0.07%)

    30. St. Louis Blues: 1251 (0.07%)

    31. Chicago Blackhawks: 1251 (0.07%)

    32. Vancouver Canucks: 1751 (0.05%)

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