Anaheim Ducks vs Colorado Avalanche Betting Pick & Prediction for 1/21

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The Anaheim Ducks will visit the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena. This NHL regular season game is set for Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at 9:00 PM. Fans can catch the action on ESPN+.

The Ducks, with a record of 25-21-3, are guided by head coach Joel Quenneville. They rank third in the Western Pacific Division. On the other side, the Avalanche, led by head coach Jared Bednar, hold a strong record of 34-5-8. They sit at the top of the Western Central Division.

Ducks vs Avalanche Game Day Info

  • Sport: NHL
  • Teams: Anaheim Ducks vs. Colorado Avalanche
  • Venue: Ball Arena
  • Date: Wednesday, January 21, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Colorado Avalanche -295, Anaheim Ducks +238

Anaheim Ducks Team Preview

The Anaheim Ducks have been on a strong run recently. They have secured four wins in their last five games. Their only loss came against the Buffalo Sabres, where they were outscored 5-3.

In recent games, Cutter Gauthier has been a key player for the Ducks. He scored two goals in their win against the New York Rangers. Mason McTavish also contributed with goals in two of their last three wins.

The Ducks have been effective in both offense and defense. They are ranked 11th in goals and 3rd in shots on goal this season. Their goaltending has been solid with Ville Husso and Lukas Dostal sharing duties in the net.

Colorado Avalanche Team Preview

The Colorado Avalanche have shown strong offensive capabilities in recent games. In their latest game against the Washington Capitals, they scored 5 goals and took 44 shots on goal. Nathan MacKinnon stood out with 2 goals and 1 assist, while Cale Makar contributed with an assist and solid defensive plays.

Despite a tough loss to the Nashville Predators, the Avalanche demonstrated their shooting skills with 42 shots on goal. Brock Nelson was a key player, scoring 2 goals in that game. The team also showed resilience with 17 blocks against the Predators.

The Avalanche’s defensive efforts were evident in their win against the Columbus Blue Jackets, where they blocked 17 shots. Scott Wedgewood was solid in the net, helping secure a 4-0 win. The team has been effective in capitalizing on their scoring chances and maintaining pressure on their opponents.

BTB Betting Pick

For the moneyline pick, the recommendation is to go with the Colorado Avalanche at -295. The Avalanche have strong skater stats, ranking first in goals, assists, and shots on goal for the season. The projected score is Colorado 4, Anaheim 2, which supports a pick for the Avalanche to win straight up.

For the over/under pick, the recommendation is to take the under at 6.5 (+109). Both teams have solid defensive stats, with Colorado ranking first in goals against. The projected total score is 6 goals, which suggests a bet on the under is a good choice.