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The upcoming NHL regular season Game 2 between the Minnesota Wild and the Colorado Avalanche is scheduled for May 5, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver, CO. Colorado leads the series 1-0 after a high-scoring 9-6 victory on May 3, 2026, broadcasted on ESPN and other networks. Colorado holds a slight edge in powerplay efficiency (6.37%) compared to Minnesota (3.15%), while Minnesota excels in penalty killing (78%) versus Colorado's 73%. Both teams have closely matched 5-on-5 percentages, indicating a competitive contest. Colorado's starting goalie and lineup stability favor the home side, with betting odds showing Colorado as the favorite at -194 moneyline and -1.5 puck line. The total points line is set at 6.5, slightly higher than their last game’s combined 15 goals, suggesting expectations of a moderately high-scoring game. These betting trends and game insights provide valuable context for analyzing this NHL matchup.