Colorado Avalanche vs Pittsburgh Penguins predictions, Mar 16, 2026

Mar 14, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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As the Colorado Avalanche prepare to host the Pittsburgh Penguins on March 16, 2026, fans can expect a clash of contrasting recent forms. The Avalanche come into this matchup with an impressive record, having won four of their last five games, showcasing a potent offense and solid defensive structure. Their recent success has been attributed to a well-rounded team performance, with a focus on puck possession and high-pressure tactics that capitalize on opponent mistakes.

In contrast, the Penguins have struggled, managing to secure victory in just one of their last five matches. This downturn has highlighted defensive vulnerabilities, often allowing opponents to exploit gaps and maintain offensive zone time. As they face the Avalanche, Pittsburgh will need to find a way to stabilize their defensive play while also reigniting their offensive chemistry, which has been inconsistent.

The bookmakers favor Colorado with odds of 1.69 for a home win, indicating a strong belief in their current form. The model predicts a 56.1% chance of a home victory, which aligns with the Avalanche’s dominant play of late. However, with Pittsburgh’s potential for an upset, fans should expect an exciting encounter. While Colorado appears to have the upper hand, hockey is unpredictable, and the game could swing in favor of either team.

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Colorado
55.9%		 Draw
20.5%		 Pittsburgh
23.6%

Prediction (the most likely score): 4:3

Outrights of NHL Colorado Avalanche: 21.42% Pittsburgh Penguins: 1.56%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
MarathonBet 1.74 4.78 4.07
Pinnacle 1.69 4.55 4.05

Latest Results

12.03.26 Seattle Kraken – Colorado Avalanche – 1:5
10.03.26 Colorado Avalanche – Edmonton Oilers – 3:4
08.03.26 Colorado Avalanche – Minnesota Wild – 3:2 penalties
06.03.26 Dallas Stars – Colorado Avalanche – 4:5 penalties
03.03.26 Anaheim Ducks – Colorado Avalanche – 1:5		 12.03.26 Vegas Golden Knights – Pittsburgh Penguins – 6:2
10.03.26 Carolina Hurricanes – Pittsburgh Penguins – 5:4 penalties
08.03.26 Pittsburgh Penguins – Boston Bruins – 5:4 OT
07.03.26 Pittsburgh Penguins – Philadelphia Flyers – 3:4 penalties
05.03.26 Pittsburgh Penguins – Buffalo Sabres – 1:5

Facts

  • One of today’s top clashes will feature two teams fighting for the top spots (ranked 1 in the zone Promotion ~ NHL (Play Offs: ) and 5 in the zone Promotion ~ NHL (Play Offs: )).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Colorado won 3.
  • Colorado is currently in amazing form (last 5 games: 4 wins).
  • Pittsburgh is currently in poor form (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).
  • In this match, Colorado is the team to beat.
  • We predict that Colorado will win today’s game, with odds of 1.72.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Colorado won 10 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 10 matches, and goals 60:60. (average 3:3).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Colorado won 6 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 33:30. (average 3.3:3).

    Latest Head To Head

    04.03.25 Colorado Avalanche – Pittsburgh Penguins – 4:1
    10.12.24 Pittsburgh Penguins – Colorado Avalanche – 2:6
    24.03.24 Colorado Avalanche – Pittsburgh Penguins – 5:4 OT
    26.10.23 Pittsburgh Penguins – Colorado Avalanche – 4:0
    22.03.23 Colorado Avalanche – Pittsburgh Penguins – 2:5

    Standings

    Main

    Western Conference

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Colorado Avalanche 64 39 5 9 11 246:160 97
    2 Dallas Stars 65 33 8 10 14 229:176 92
    3 Minnesota Wild 66 25 13 12 16 222:188 88
    4 Anaheim Ducks 65 21 15 3 26 219:228 75
    5 Utah Mammoth 66 26 8 6 26 205:184 74
    6 Vegas Golden Knights 66 22 8 14 22 216:209 74
    7 Edmonton Oilers 67 24 8 9 26 235:231 73
    8 Los Angeles Kings 65 17 10 15 23 172:194 69
    9 San Jose Sharks 63 19 12 6 26 196:220 68
    10 Seattle Kraken 64 23 6 9 26 180:195 67
    11 Nashville Predators 65 22 7 9 27 194:222 67
    12 St. Louis Blues 66 24 3 10 29 175:219 64
    13 Winnipeg Jets 64 21 5 10 28 182:199 62
    14 Chicago Blackhawks 65 18 7 11 29 175:209 61
    15 Calgary Flames 65 22 4 7 32 163:204 59
    16 Vancouver Canucks 65 13 7 8 37 169:241 48

    Eastern Conference

    Pl W WO LO L Pts
    1 Carolina Hurricanes 65 30 11 6 18 230:190 88
    2 Buffalo Sabres 66 34 6 6 20 232:198 86
    3 Tampa Bay Lightning 64 31 9 4 20 229:178 84
    4 Montreal Canadiens 64 25 11 10 18 228:212 82
    5 Pittsburgh Penguins 65 27 5 15 18 219:199 79
    6 Detroit Red Wings 66 25 11 7 23 193:198 79
    7 New York Islanders 66 23 14 5 24 194:189 79
    8 Boston Bruins 65 27 9 6 23 216:205 78
    9 Columbus Blue Jackets 65 23 10 11 21 210:207 77
    10 Ottawa Senators 64 26 6 9 23 216:201 73
    11 Philadelphia Flyers 65 20 11 11 23 190:203 73
    12 Washington Capitals 67 28 5 7 27 210:200 73
    13 Florida Panthers 65 26 7 3 29 197:214 69
    14 Toronto Maple Leafs 66 20 8 11 27 209:233 67
    15 New Jersey Devils 65 21 11 2 31 170:197 66
    16 New York Rangers 65 18 9 8 30 185:203 62

    NHL Outrights

    1. Colorado Avalanche: 3.9 (21.42%)

    2. Tampa Bay Lightning: 5.25 (15.91%)

    3. Carolina Hurricanes: 6.5 (12.85%)

    4. Vegas Golden Knights: 11 (7.59%)

    5. Edmonton Oilers: 11.5 (7.26%)

    6. Minnesota Wild: 14.5 (5.76%)

    7. Dallas Stars: 15.5 (5.39%)

    8. Buffalo Sabres: 20 (4.18%)

    9. Montreal Canadiens: 31 (2.69%)

    10. Utah Mammoth: 33.5 (2.49%)

    11. Anaheim Ducks: 41 (2.04%)

    12. Ottawa Senators: 51 (1.64%)

    13. Detroit Red Wings: 53.5 (1.56%)

    14. Pittsburgh Penguins: 53.5 (1.56%)

    15. New York Islanders: 58.5 (1.43%)

    16. Columbus Blue Jackets: 64 (1.31%)

    17. Los Angeles Kings: 71 (1.18%)

    18. Boston Bruins: 101 (0.83%)

    19. Florida Panthers: 126 (0.66%)

    20. Washington Capitals: 151 (0.55%)

    21. San Jose Sharks: 201 (0.42%)

    22. Winnipeg Jets: 301 (0.28%)

    23. Nashville Predators: 351 (0.24%)

    24. Seattle Kraken: 451 (0.19%)

    25. New Jersey Devils: 626 (0.13%)

    26. Philadelphia Flyers: 701 (0.12%)

    27. St. Louis Blues: 876 (0.1%)

    28. Toronto Maple Leafs: 1251 (0.07%)

    29. Calgary Flames: 1751 (0.05%)

    30. Chicago Blackhawks: 1751 (0.05%)

    31. New York Rangers: 1751 (0.05%)

    32. Vancouver Canucks: 3001 (0.03%)

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