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Colorado Avalanche vs Minnesota Wild predictions, May 03, 2026

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On May 3, 2026, the Colorado Avalanche will host the Minnesota Wild in a highly anticipated NHL clash at home. The Avalanche come into this matchup in stellar form, having secured victories in all of their last five encounters. Their recent performances highlight a formidable offense, often characterized by swift transitions and effective zone entries, which have allowed them to dominate possession.

Conversely, the Minnesota Wild have shown resilience in their recent outings, winning 3 out of their last 5 games. The Wild’s tactical approach typically revolves around solid defensive structures and disciplined play, enabling them to capitalize on the counterattack. However, they will need to tighten their game if they plan to withstand the Avalanche’s offensive firepower.

Bookmakers have set the odds at 1.92 for a home victory compared to 3.4 for an away win, reflecting Colorado’s strong position. Probability models suggest a 49.1% chance of a home win, while the Wild possess a 28.4% chance of pulling off an upset. Given the Avalanche’s current form and home advantage, this match promises to be a closely contested battle. However, as always in hockey, unpredictability reigns, and anything can happen on game day.

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Colorado
49.7%
Draw
22.2%
Minnesota
28.1%

Outrights of NHL Colorado Avalanche: 26.52% Minnesota Wild: 8.08%

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Betting Odds

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1.92 4.3 3.4

Latest Results

26.04.26 Los Angeles Kings – Colorado Avalanche – 1:5
23.04.26 Los Angeles Kings – Colorado Avalanche – 2:4
21.04.26 Colorado Avalanche – Los Angeles Kings – 2:1 OT
19.04.26 Colorado Avalanche – Los Angeles Kings – 2:1
16.04.26 Colorado Avalanche – Seattle Kraken – 2:0
30.04.26 Minnesota Wild – Dallas Stars – 5:2
28.04.26 Dallas Stars – Minnesota Wild – 2:4
25.04.26 Minnesota Wild – Dallas Stars – 3:2 OT
22.04.26 Minnesota Wild – Dallas Stars – 3:4 OT
20.04.26 Dallas Stars – Minnesota Wild – 4:2

Facts

  • First leg.
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Colorado won 2.
  • Colorado is in fantastic form, winning most of its recent matches (last 5 games: 5 wins).
  • Minnesota‘s form has been unstable in recent games (in the last 5 games, wins – 3).
  • Minnesota may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • Colorado is expected to have a slight advantage in this match.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Colorado won 10 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 10 matches, and goals 61:55. (average 3.1:2.8).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Colorado won 4 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 25:28. (average 2.8:3.1).

    Latest Head To Head

    08.03.26 Colorado Avalanche – Minnesota Wild – 3:2 penalties
    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

    Standings

    Draw

    Play Offs

    1/8-finals

    1 Colorado Avalanche (1) Los Angeles Kings (8) 4 : 0
    2 Dallas Stars (2) Minnesota Wild (3) 2 : 4
    3 Vegas Golden Knights (4) Utah Mammoth (6) 4 : 2
    4 Edmonton Oilers (5) Anaheim Ducks (7) 2 : 4
    5 Carolina Hurricanes (1) Ottawa Senators (6) 4 : 0
    6 Pittsburgh Penguins (7) Philadelphia Flyers (8) 2 : 4
    7 Buffalo Sabres (2) Boston Bruins (5) 4 : 2
    8 Tampa Bay Lightning (3) Montreal Canadiens (4) 3 : 3

    Quarter-finals

    1 Colorado Avalanche (1) Minnesota Wild (3)
    2 Vegas Golden Knights (4) Anaheim Ducks (7)
    3 Carolina Hurricanes (1) Philadelphia Flyers (8)
    4 Buffalo Sabres (2) TBD #8

    Semi-finals

    1 TBD #1 TBD #2
    2 TBD #3 TBD #4

    Final

    1 TBD #1 TBD #2

    NHL Outrights

    1. Colorado Avalanche: 3.2 (26.52%)

    2. Carolina Hurricanes: 3.5 (24.25%)

    3. Vegas Golden Knights: 9 (9.43%)

    4. Minnesota Wild: 10.5 (8.08%)

    5. Buffalo Sabres: 11 (7.72%)

    6. Montreal Canadiens: 12 (7.07%)

    7. Tampa Bay Lightning: 15 (5.66%)

    8. Philadelphia Flyers: 19 (4.47%)

    9. Anaheim Ducks: 19 (4.47%)

    10. Utah Mammoth: 51 (1.66%)

    11. Boston Bruins: 126 (0.67%)

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