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Colorado Avalanche Seek Victory Against Columbus Blue Jackets as Mikko Rantanen Shines

The Colorado Avalanche are gearing up for an exciting matchup against the Columbus Blue Jackets at Nationwide Arena. With the game scheduled for April 1st, 2024, fans can catch all the action on ESPN+, ALT, and BSOH.


Mar 22, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Avalanche right wing Mikko Rantanen (96) celebrates his goal with center Nathan MacKinnon (29) and left wing Jonathan Drouin (27) and right wing Valeri Nichushkin (13) in the third period against the Columbus Blue Jackets at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

The Avalanche have been in impressive form lately, and they will be looking to continue their dominance against the Blue Jackets. Led by their star player Mikko Rantanen, who has been in scintillating form this season, Colorado is poised for victory.


According to the latest betting data, the odds are in favor of the Avalanche. In the 3-way market, DraftKings has listed Colorado as -210 favorites to win, while Bet365NewJersey offers odds of -200. On the other hand, Columbus is considered an underdog with odds of +380 on DraftKings and +425 on Bet365NewJersey.


Mar 22, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Avalanche fans celebrate after a goal in the second period against the Columbus Blue Jackets at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

In the 2-way market, where a draw is not considered an outcome, MGM gives Colorado odds of -350 to win, while DraftKings and Bet365NewJersey have them at -345. The Blue Jackets are given odds of +280 by MGM and +275 by both DraftKings and Bet365NewJersey.


For those interested in puck line betting, where a team must win by a certain margin or lose by less than a specified margin, DraftKings offers odds of -135 for Colorado with a spread of -1.5 goals. FanDuel gives odds of -137 with the same spread. MGM has listed odds of +110 for Columbus with a spread of +1.5 goals.


Mar 22, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski (8) controls the puck in the third period against the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

In terms of total goals scored in the game, oddsmakers have set the line at 6.5 goals. The over/under market sees MGM offering odds of -140 for over 6.5 goals and +110 for under 6.5 goals. FanDuel has odds of -140 for over and +112 for under.


It's worth noting that the betting lines and odds have seen some movement since they were initially released. The odds for the Avalanche to win have shifted from -180 to -210, indicating increased confidence in their victory. Similarly, the odds for a draw have gone up from +390 to +425, suggesting a potential close contest.


In conclusion, the upcoming clash between the Colorado Avalanche and Columbus Blue Jackets promises to be an exhilarating battle. With Mikko Rantanen leading the charge, the Avalanche will be looking to overwhelm their opponents with their offensive prowess. The betting data indicates that Colorado is favored to come out on top, but as we all know, anything can happen in hockey.


So mark your calendars for April 1st, 2024, at 9:00 PM (ET), as the Colorado Avalanche take on the Columbus Blue Jackets at Nationwide Arena. Don't miss out on this thrilling matchup that will be broadcasted on ESPN+, ALT, and BSOH.

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