Colorado Avalanche vs Nashville Predators Picks and Predictions for Sunday, October 25, 2026

Colorado's offense has been producing plenty of goals, but Nashville hasn't enjoyed the same success. The Avalanche visit the Predators on Sunday at Bridgestone Arena, with puck drop scheduled for 8:00 pm ET on ESPN+. Colorado sits fourth in the Central Division with a 6-4-1 record after Friday's 6-3 victory over Tampa Bay. The Avalanche have won two of their last five games. Nashville is seventh at 3-3-3 and has managed only one win over that stretch. The Predators were shut out 6-0 by Boston on Thursday, a disappointing follow-up to their victory against St. Louis. There are more Sunday matchups in our free NHL picks.

Colorado Avalanche Still Have Plenty of Scoring

The Avalanche haven't been getting the results they want every night, but scoring hasn't been much of a problem. Colorado beat Pittsburgh 5-2 on October 16 before heading east for games against Philadelphia and New Jersey. Both ended in losses, with the Flyers winning 3-2 and the Devils taking a 4-3 decision. Friday was a better night back home. Colorado scored six against Tampa Bay and picked up its sixth victory of the season. The Avalanche have now scored 47 goals through 11 games, while opponents have managed 33. Colorado has also been getting 30 shots on goal per game.

Nathan MacKinnon has scored seven goals and assisted on 13 others, giving him 20 points in 11 games. That puts him tied for seventh in the NHL scoring race. He's also taken 48 shots, the most on Colorado. Artturi Lehkonen has nine goals, tied for third in the league, and Martin Necas has collected 14 points. Mackenzie Blackwood has been the busier of Colorado's two goalies, going 5-3-0 with a 2.91 GAA and .893 SV%. Scott Wedgewood is 1-1-1, recording a 2.65 GAA and .912 SV%.

Injuries: Nicolas Roy is out. Zachary L'Heureux and Georgii Merkulov are on injured reserve.

Nashville Predators Need More Than One Good Night

Nashville's recent results haven't given the Predators much reason to celebrate. They lost 3-2 in a shootout to Ottawa, suffered a 5-2 defeat against Vegas and then fell in another shootout to San Jose. The next game brought a much-needed victory, with Nashville beating St. Louis 5-2 at home. But Thursday's visit to Boston was a different story. The Bruins scored six goals, and the Predators couldn't get one past their goaltender. Nashville has scored only 23 goals in nine games, compared with 28 allowed. The Predators are averaging 24.8 shots on net per contest.

Steven Stamkos leads Nashville with 10 points, thanks to four goals and six assists. Ryan O'Reilly and Adam Edstrom have also scored four goals each, while Roman Josi has collected eight assists and nine points. Filip Forsberg has seven assists, although he's scored only once. Juuse Saros has played seven games, going 3-2-2 with a 2.82 GAA and .906 SV%. Justus Annunen has made one appearance, allowing six goals. Nashville has converted 28.6% of its power-play opportunities, one area where the Predators have had better results.

Injuries: None reported.

Key To The Game

Colorado has been scoring far more often than Nashville, but the Predators have the better power-play percentage. Saros needs to handle the Avalanche's scoring threats, particularly MacKinnon and Lehkonen. Nashville also needs more opportunities in front of Colorado's net.

Colorado Avalanche vs Nashville Predators Game Pick

• Colorado Avalanche

Nashville has won just once in its last five games, and Thursday's shutout loss to Boston was particularly disappointing. Colorado has also dropped three of five, but the Avalanche scored six against Tampa Bay on Friday. MacKinnon and Lehkonen have been producing goals, while Nashville has struggled to create enough scoring chances. Saros has played reasonably well, but he needs more help. Colorado has the stronger offense and wins in Nashville.

Colorado Avalanche vs Nashville Predators Over/Under Pick

• Over

The Avalanche have been scoring plenty of goals, averaging 4.27 per game through 11 contests. Colorado has also allowed three per outing, so opponents have been finding the net too. Nashville's power play has converted 28.6% of its chances, giving the Predators an opportunity to contribute despite their scoring problems. MacKinnon and Lehkonen have been dangerous around the net, and the over is the play for Sunday's meeting in Nashville.