Anaheim Ducks vs Colorado Avalanche Picks

The upcoming NHL matchup on January 22, 2026, features the Anaheim Ducks taking on the Colorado Avalanche at the renowned Ball Arena in Denver, CO. This exciting game offers bettors a prime opportunity to leverage insightful picks and betting tips for a profitable experience.

Both teams show contrasting powerplay and penalty kill percentages, which are crucial in predicting gameplay outcomes and betting decisions. The Colorado Avalanche boast a strong powerplay percentage of 58.8%, while Anaheim lags behind at 41.2%. Similarly, Colorado's penalty kill percentage stands at an impressive rate, helping them maintain defensive strength. These stats suggest that the Avalanche have the edge in special teams play, which often swings the momentum in hockey games.

Our prediction model, which has been profitable in the last 10 games with a 6-4 win record on 2-way bets including overtime and penalties, forecasts a 4-3 victory for the Colorado Avalanche against the Anaheim Ducks. The Avalanche are favored to cover the spread with a -14.6% EV, indicating a high expected value for bettors backing them. The Ducks, with a +12.2% EV, present an interesting underdog opportunity for risk-takers.

For those looking to watch and wager, the game will be broadcast on ESPN+, KCOP-TV, and Victory+. Bettors can find the best odds today for Anaheim and Colorado at trusted sportsbooks like SugarHouse.

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