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Colorado Avalanche vs New Jersey Devils Prediction, Odds & Betting Tips - 29-10-2026
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Match Prediction
Expected score: Colorado Avalanche 3-2 New Jersey Devils
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Colorado Avalanche host New Jersey Devils in an NHL matchup on 29 October 2026. Both teams sit seventh in the standings with the Devils holding a one-point advantage (14 to 13), though Colorado have played one more game. This is a chance for the Avalanche to close the gap and build momentum at home.
Team form
Colorado Avalanche
Colorado have been a high-scoring outfit over their last five games, netting 21 goals across five matches for an average of 4.2 per game. That firepower is real: they beat Dallas 3-2, dismantled Calgary 7-3, and defeated St. Louis 6-1 at home. However, the defence has been leaky, conceding 15 goals in the same span (3.0 per game). The loss to Toronto (3-6) and the narrow defeat to Winnipeg (2-3) expose vulnerability when the offence doesn't fire on all cylinders. The Avalanche are capable of outscoring opponents but cannot afford to be careless in their own end.
New Jersey Devils
New Jersey have been more measured in their approach, scoring 18 goals over five matches (3.6 per game) while holding opponents to just 13 (2.6 per game). They beat Vancouver 4-1, dominated New York Rangers 7-1, and took down Ottawa 4-1 at home, showing they can be clinical. The losses to Washington (2-4) and Ottawa (1-4) suggest they can be caught out, but their defensive discipline is noticeably tighter than Colorado's. The Devils won their most recent meeting with the Avalanche 4-3, a result that underlines their ability to match this opponent.
Head-to-head
No head-to-head history is available from earlier in the season, so there is no pattern to draw on beyond the Devils' recent 4-3 victory over Colorado on 20 October.
Key factors
Colorado's offensive output is the standout metric: 4.2 goals per game in recent form gives them a real edge in creating chances. New Jersey's defensive solidity (2.6 goals conceded per game) will be tested by that attack. Conversely, the Avalanche have conceded 3.0 per game, and the Devils' proven ability to score (they put 4 past Colorado just days ago) means Colorado cannot rely on a low-scoring grind. Home ice favours the Avalanche, but the Devils have shown they can win on the road and have already beaten this opponent recently. Discipline and execution in the final third will decide this.
Prediction
The data points to a close contest. Colorado's superior recent scoring rate and home advantage make them the favourite, but the margin is slim. The Devils' tighter defence and their recent win over the Avalanche mean they are well-positioned to compete. Both teams have the offensive tools to score; both have shown defensive vulnerabilities. The expected goal distribution is tight, with Colorado holding a marginal edge. This is a game where the team that limits mistakes and capitalises on chances will prevail.
Colorado Avalanche are the favourite to win, but this is a closely matched fixture. Expect a competitive game with goals at both ends. The Avalanche's home-ice advantage and recent offensive form give them the edge, yet the Devils' proven defensive discipline and their head-to-head success make them a genuine threat. Back the Avalanche to take this one, but do not be surprised if New Jersey push them hard.
Match info
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Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Minnesota Wild | 13 | 8 | 3 | 18 |
| 2 |  Edmonton Oilers | 11 | 6 | 2 | 17 |
| 3 |  Vegas Golden Knights | 13 | 6 | 4 | 17 |
| 4 |  Utah Mammoth | 12 | 7 | 4 | 16 |
| 5 |  Dallas Stars | 11 | 4 | 3 | 15 |
| 6 |  Seattle Kraken | 12 | 5 | 4 | 15 |
| 7 |  Colorado Avalanche | 12 | 6 | 5 | 13 |
| 8 |  San Jose Sharks | 12 | 1 | 5 | 13 |
| 9 |  Nashville Predators | 11 | 4 | 3 | 12 |
| 10 |  St. Louis Blues | 11 | 5 | 5 | 11 |
| 11 |  Winnipeg Jets | 11 | 4 | 4 | 11 |
| 12 |  Anaheim Ducks | 11 | 4 | 6 | 10 |
| 13 |  Calgary Flames | 10 | 4 | 6 | 8 |
| 14 |  Los Angeles Kings | 9 | 1 | 5 | 6 |
| 15 |  Chicago Blackhawks | 11 | 2 | 8 | 6 |
| 16 |  Vancouver Canucks | 13 | 1 | 10 | 5 |
| 1 |  Carolina Hurricanes | 13 | 8 | 2 | 20 |
| 2 |  Boston Bruins | 12 | 8 | 2 | 19 |
| 3 |  Ottawa Senators | 12 | 6 | 4 | 16 |
| 4 |  Toronto Maple Leafs | 13 | 6 | 4 | 16 |
| 5 |  Tampa Bay Lightning | 11 | 6 | 3 | 15 |
| 6 |  New York Rangers | 13 | 7 | 5 | 15 |
| 7 |  New Jersey Devils | 11 | 5 | 4 | 14 |
| 8 |  Montreal Canadiens | 11 | 3 | 3 | 14 |
| 9 |  Florida Panthers | 12 | 4 | 4 | 14 |
| 10 |  Washington Capitals | 10 | 5 | 4 | 12 |
| 11 |  New York Islanders | 11 | 5 | 4 | 12 |
| 12 |  Buffalo Sabres | 11 | 2 | 4 | 11 |
| 13 |  Detroit Red Wings | 11 | 3 | 4 | 11 |
| 14 |  Pittsburgh Penguins | 12 | 2 | 6 | 11 |
| 15 |  Philadelphia Flyers | 13 | 3 | 7 | 9 |
| 16 |  Columbus Blue Jackets | 9 | 1 | 5 | 8 |
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