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Red Wings vs. Avalanche prediction: Why Colorado is favored to win Monday's NHL matchup [2/2/2026]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get Detroit Red Wings vs Colorado Avalanche predictions for NHL Monday.
NHL action continues on Monday at 9:00 PM ET as the Detroit Red Wings lock horns with the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena.
Based on the latest simulation results, Dimers' advanced NHL model predicts the Avalanche as the most likely winner of the Red Wings vs. Avalanche game.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Monday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Red Wings vs. Avs prediction: Who will win?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Monday's NHL matchup between the Red Wings and Avalanche 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model gives the Avalanche a 63% chance of defeating the Red Wings.
According to our model, the over/under total of six goals has a 55% chance of going over.
Red Wings vs. Avalanche odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Red Wings | Avalanche |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | +172 | -200 |
| Total | o6 (-130) | u6 (+100) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Red Wings vs. Avalanche picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Red Wings | +172 |
| Total | Over 6 | -130 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Red Wings to win.
Red Wings vs. Avalanche player props
Who will score a goal in Red Wings vs. Avalanche?
According to our model, Nathan MacKinnon is most likely to score an anytime goal in Red Wings vs. Avalanche.
Our projections give MacKinnon a 44.3% chance of scoring a goal at Ball Arena, while the star is a 9.4% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Detroit Red Wings
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Alex DeBrincat | 35.8% |
| Dylan Larkin | 29.0% |
| Lucas Raymond | 24.6% |
| Patrick Kane | 19.9% |
| Marco Kasper | 19.8% |
Colorado Avalanche
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Nathan MacKinnon | 44.3% |
| Brock Nelson | 41.4% |
| Artturi Lehkonen | 29.0% |
| Valeri Nichushkin | 29.0% |
| Cale Makar | 28.8% |
First goal scorer predictions
Detroit Red Wings
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Alex DeBrincat | 7.3% |
| Dylan Larkin | 5.3% |
| Lucas Raymond | 4.6% |
| Patrick Kane | 3.7% |
| Marco Kasper | 3.4% |
Colorado Avalanche
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Nathan MacKinnon | 9.4% |
| Brock Nelson | 8.4% |
| Valeri Nichushkin | 5.9% |
| Cale Makar | 5.2% |
| Artturi Lehkonen | 4.8% |
Red Wings vs. Avs game-day updates and essential details
Monday's action between the Avalanche and Red Wings at Ball Arena is scheduled to begin at 9:00 PM ET.
- Who: Detroit Red Wings vs. Colorado Avalanche
- Date: Monday, February 2, 2026
- Time: 9:00 PM ET/6:00PM PT
- Venue: Ball Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Avalanche, with a 63% win probability, will likely beat the Red Wings on Monday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Red Wings vs. Avalanche insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Nick Slade, with nearly two decades of experience, is the Chief Content Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, overseeing content for Dimers. He specializes in soccer, NBA, and NHL betting, leveraging predictive analytics and machine learning to provide accurate betting insights.
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