Detroit Red Wings vs Colorado Avalanche Picks and Prediction for Saturday November 7 2026
Detroit heads to Denver on Saturday night for a 9 PM ET game against Colorado at Ball Arena. The Red Wings just lost 2-1 to Vegas, while the Avalanche dropped a 3-2 overtime game against Nashville. Both teams are coming off losses, but Colorado has been scoring a lot more consistently. The Avalanche are favored in the early market, and I think that’s the right call. Detroit has been having trouble putting enough goals on the board, and that’s a bad problem to have in Denver. Be ready for all the NHL games with our free NHL picks.
Detroit Red Wings Have Been Fighting for Goals
Detroit is 7-7-3 after losing to Vegas on Thursday. The Red Wings have dropped two straight, including a 4-2 defeat against Tampa Bay. Before that, they beat Florida 5-3, so it’s not like they can’t score. But the offense has been inconsistent, and now they’re facing one of the highest-scoring teams in hockey.
The Red Wings have scored 47 goals in 17 games, averaging 2.76 per night. They’ve allowed 50, or 2.94 per game. That’s a fairly respectable defensive number, but Detroit hasn’t been getting enough offense to win consistently. The Red Wings have been involved in several close games, and they need to do a better job finishing their chances.
Detroit is also dealing with some important availability problems. John Gibson is out with a lower-body injury, while Marco Kasper, Mason Appleton, and Albert Johansson are unavailable. Dylan Larkin is also listed as suspended. That’s a lot of missing help, particularly with the starting goaltending situation unsettled. Colorado has been scoring four goals a night, so Detroit needs a strong defensive effort to stay close.
Colorado Avalanche Have Been Scoring Plenty
Colorado is 9-6-2 after losing 3-2 in overtime to Nashville on Thursday. The Avalanche have had a few disappointing results lately, but the offense has been one of the best in the league. Colorado scored seven against Chicago on Tuesday, and the Avalanche have shown they can put up big numbers against teams that give them room.
The Avalanche have scored 68 goals in 17 games, averaging exactly four per night. They’ve allowed 55, or 3.24 per game. That’s not a great defensive number, and it gives Detroit some opportunities. But Colorado’s offense has been so productive that it can overcome those mistakes. Against a Red Wings team averaging fewer than three goals, that’s a pretty good advantage.
Colorado has the home ice, and playing in Denver is never an easy assignment for a visiting team. The Avalanche can push the pace, get plenty of shots, and force opponents to defend for long stretches. Detroit has been competitive defensively, but I don’t think the Red Wings can afford to spend much time chasing this game.
Detroit Red Wings vs Colorado Avalanche Picks and Prediction
Moneyline Pick: Colorado Avalanche
I’m taking Colorado. Detroit has been defending reasonably well, and the Red Wings could make this difficult if they keep the game tight. But the Avalanche are scoring four goals per game, and that’s a big difference against a Detroit team that’s been struggling offensively. Colorado also gets to play at home, and the Red Wings are dealing with some important injuries. The Avalanche might give up a couple of goals, but I think they score enough to win.
Total Pick: Over 6.5 Goals
Give me the over 6.5 if that’s the number. Colorado is averaging four goals and allowing 3.24, so Avalanche games have been producing more than seven combined goals on average. Detroit isn’t a great offensive team, but the Red Wings have enough ability to score two or three against Colorado’s defense. The concern is Detroit struggling to finish and turning this into a 4-1 game. But I think the Avalanche get at least four, and Detroit contributes enough to get us past six.
Final Picks: Colorado Avalanche Moneyline | Over 6.5 Goals (if available)
Disclaimer: This preview was completed on November 6, 2026. Betting lines, injuries, and starting goaltenders may change before puck drop.