Colorado Avalanche vs Winnipeg Jets Betting Pick & Prediction for 3/26

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The NHL Regular Season continues with the Colorado Avalanche visiting the Winnipeg Jets at Canada Life Centre. The game is set for Thursday, March 26, 2026, at 8:00 PM and will be broadcast on ESPN+. The Avalanche are having a strong season with a record of 47-13-10, while the Jets hold a record of 30-29-12.

Jared Bednar leads the Avalanche, who are first in both their conference and division. The team has secured six shutout wins this season. On the other side, the Jets, coached by Scott Arniel, rank 11th in the conference and 6th in the division. This game offers a chance for both teams to test their skills against a division rival.

Avalanche vs Jets Game Day Info

  • Sport: NHL
  • Teams: Colorado Avalanche vs. Winnipeg Jets
  • Venue: Canada Life Centre
  • Date: Thursday, March 26, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Colorado Avalanche MoneyLine -186, Winnipeg Jets MoneyLine +158

Colorado Avalanche Team Preview

The Colorado Avalanche have been on a strong run lately. They won their last three games, scoring a total of 13 goals. Their recent win against the Pittsburgh Penguins ended with a 6-2 score. Martin Necas was a standout player, contributing with goals in two of the last three games.

In the current season, the Avalanche rank first in goals, assists, and shots on goal. Nathan MacKinnon leads the team with 115 points from 69 games. He has also shown strength with 46 goals and 69 assists. This performance has been key to the team’s success.

Scott Wedgewood has been reliable in the net for the Avalanche. He has played in 39 games, securing 26 wins and making 888 saves. His efforts have kept the team competitive in each game, providing a solid last line of defense.

Winnipeg Jets Team Preview

The Winnipeg Jets have had a mixed set of results in their recent games. They secured a strong 4-1 win over the Vegas Golden Knights. In that game, Mark Scheifele stood out with a goal and two assists.

Connor Hellebuyck has been a key player for the Jets this season. He has played 48 games and made 1192 saves. Hellebuyck played well against the Golden Knights, stopping 26 of 27 shots.

Mark Scheifele and Kyle Connor have been leading the team in scoring. Both players have 32 goals in the season so far. Their consistent performance has been vital for the Jets’ offense.

BTB Betting Pick

The Colorado Avalanche are the favorites with a moneyline of -186. They have strong offensive stats, leading in goals and assists. The Winnipeg Jets, with a moneyline of +158, have a tough task ahead. The projected score is Colorado 4, Winnipeg 2. Given these factors, picking Colorado Avalanche to win is a solid choice.

The over/under line is set at 6.0 with the over at -118 and the under at -103. Colorado’s high goal-scoring capability suggests a high-scoring game. The projected total is 6, which matches the line. With Colorado’s offensive strength, the recommendation is to go with the over 6.0.