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The New York Rangers will take on the Colorado Avalanche in an NHL game on Friday.
New York have played poorly this season overall, but are coming on the back of a winning run in this game. Placed in the middle of the Eastern Conference Metropolitan with 31 points, they will look to move further up the division with a similar display in the upcoming game too.
Colorado have had a decent season so far, but are under pressure due to a three-game losing run. Placed fourth in the Western Conference Central Division with 27 points, they are looking to break the losing run to get better with every game to come.
Rangers vs Avalanche Odds
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Rangers vs Avalanche Match Details
Fixture: Rangers vs Avalanche
Date & Time: Friday, December 9, 2022; 9 pm EDT
Venue: Ball Arena, Denver, CO
Rangers vs Avalanche Key Stats
New York have been poor on offense this season and have averaged just over three goals per game this season. They need more from other players apart from Mika Zibanejad, who has over 32 goal involvements. We can expect changes in the coming games as they look to improve their offense for better returns.
Even after conceding fewer than three goals per game, they have failed to sustain their advantage for the wins. They will need better returns from their goaltenders going forward this season.
Colorado's offense has done well this season through contributions from Nathan MacKinnon and Mikko Rantanen. Both these players have the most goal involvements this season, with Mikko leading the charge with 15 goals to his name. These players will play a crucial role for them in the upcoming game.
Their defense has been decent with few impactful outings this season. The goaltenders have come up with big moments throughout the season, and the team will look at them as they move ahead in their campaign.
Rangers vs Avalanche Betting Prediction
New York have played well on the road, winning four in the last five games and are better placed to continue the same in this game due to better offensive capabilities. Their defense has also improved in the last few and is potent enough to do the job in this game.
Colorado comes into this one on a poor run and have conceded a lot of goals. The game is going to be a test for them and they are likely to suffer another defeat this season.
With better team strength and momentum on their side, New York will get the win.
Prediction: Take, New York, ML(-150)
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