Nashville Predators vs Colorado Avalanche: Avalanche will make the third step to reach the next round

Prediction for the NHL Nashville Predators vs Colorado Avalanche match, which will take place on May 7. Check the team conditions and choose several betting options.

Nashville had a very decent regular season, although they suffered a small setback, which dropped them to eighth place in the Western Conference standings, so they now have to face Colorado in the first round of the playoffs. The opening game against the Avalanche was as disappointing as possible for the Predators (2:7). They had worked on their mistakes by the second, so we saw a much more organized and disciplined game in their performance.

Colorado is one of the top contenders for the Stanley Cup. The Avalanche are making another attempt to win the title, and at the end of the season, they are expectedly to finish first in the West. They made a brilliant debut in the conference quarterfinals, beating Nashville 7:2. In the second game, Jared Bednar's team started actively, opening the scoring in the sixth minute. Still, soon the Predators got back into the game, after which the groups became more careful, but the individual skill of Kyle Makar still brought Colorado the victory in overtime (2:1).

Nashville played an excellent second game against Colorado, but the Predators lost 1:2 in overtime. This setback could be even more painful for John Hines' team than the devastating defeat in the first game, so psychologically, the Avalanche should have a considerable advantage. The team from Denver is showing great hockey in the playoffs, and the skill of their offensive players allows them to take their chances. As a result, we suggest betting on Colorado's victory in the third game for 1.755.

In their eight previous encounters, the opponents have scored 63 goals against each other (7.88 on average per game). The rivals had a very cautious and pragmatic battle when the Avalanche won overtime (2:1). Still, it will be challenging for them to play similarly reliable in defense once again. With this in mind, we suggest betting on a total over 6.5 for 2.104.

Valery Nichushkin has recorded 52 points (25 goals + 27 assists) in 62 games. The 27-year-old hockey player continues to play in the playoffs with Colorado's leaders, allowing two assists and one missed goal. Nevertheless, the Chelyabinsk-born hockey player is in good form, so we suggest betting on Valery Nichushkin Total Over 0.5 for 1.71.

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