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The upcoming NHL game on May 5, 2026, features the Minnesota Wild visiting the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena in Denver, CO. Broadcast on ESPN, CBC, TVA Sports, and Sportsnet, this matchup follows Colorado's 9-6 victory in Game 1. Colorado holds a 57.3% hit rate with an EV of -8.2%, while Minnesota shows a 42.7% hit rate and a positive EV of 6.0% in 2-way betting markets including overtime and penalties. Colorado's powerplay and penalty kill efficiencies give them a slight edge. Our picks and predictions favor Colorado winning 4-3, aligning with profitable betting trends over the last 10 NHL games. For more detailed NHL insights, visit our NHL picks page.