Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Semifinals features the Colorado Avalanche against the Vegas Golden Knights at Ball Arena in Denver. The under 6.5 goals bet is supported by a computer projection of 6.2 total goals and by both teams’ season results relative to 6.5. Colorado and Vegas average 6.8 goals per match between them, while opponents of these teams score 5.4 goals per game combined. The moneyline lean favors Colorado, with strong results as a moneyline favorite at odds of -194 or shorter. Vegas has fewer wins as an underdog, though it has recorded some upset victories. The game starts at 8 p.m. ET on ESPN.
"Pick OU: Under 6.5 (Computer projecting 6.2 goals) Colorado and its opponent have posted more than 6.5 goals in 36 of 91 games this season. Vegas has played 42 games this season that finished with more than 6.5 total goals. These teams rack up 6.8 goals per match between them, 0.3 more than this game's total. Opponents of these teams score 5.4 goals per game combined, 1.1 fewer than this game's over/under."
"Prediction: Colorado 4 - Vegas 2 Moneyline: Avalanche (-194), Golden Knights (+160) The Avalanche have been victorious in 63 of their 90 games when they were listed as a moneyline favorite this season (70.0%). When playing with moneyline odds of -194 or shorter, Colorado has compiled a 34-12 record (winning 73.9% of its games). The Golden Knights have claimed an upset victory in six, or 42.9%, of the 14 games they have played as an underdog this season. Vegas has played with moneyline odds of +160 or longer once this season and won that game."
"How to Watch Avalanche vs. Golden Knights When: Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 8 p.m. ET TV Channel: ESPN Where: Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado Watch the NHL all season long on ESPN+!"
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