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Avalanche vs. Red Wings prediction: Colorado favored to win Saturday's NHL matchup [1/31/2026]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get Colorado Avalanche vs Detroit Red Wings predictions for NHL Saturday.
The Detroit Red Wings and Colorado Avalanche will meet in the NHL at Little Caesars Arena on Saturday, with puck drop at 1:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' proven NHL model predicts the Avalanche as the most likely winner of the Avalanche vs. Red Wings game.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Saturday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Avs vs. Red Wings prediction: Who will win?
Using trusted machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the result of Saturday's NHL matchup between the Avalanche and Red Wings 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model currently gives the Avalanche a 58% chance of beating the Red Wings.
According to our model, the over/under total of six goals has a 53% chance of going over.
Avalanche vs. Red Wings odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Avalanche | Red Wings |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | -148 | +125 |
| Total | o6 (-130) | u6 (+105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Avalanche vs. Red Wings picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Avalanche | -148 |
| Total | Under 6 | +105 |
According to our best NHL bets, the top play to make on this game is Avalanche to win.
Avalanche vs. Red Wings player props
Who will score a goal in Avalanche vs. Red Wings?
According to our model, Nathan MacKinnon is most likely to score an anytime goal in Avalanche vs. Red Wings.
Our projections give MacKinnon a 38.2% chance of scoring a goal at Little Caesars Arena, while the star is a 7.7% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Colorado Avalanche
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Nathan MacKinnon | 38.2% |
| Brock Nelson | 36.4% |
| Martin Necas | 33.4% |
| Valeri Nichushkin | 27.6% |
| Artturi Lehkonen | 26.8% |
Detroit Red Wings
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Alex DeBrincat | 36.1% |
| Dylan Larkin | 29.6% |
| Lucas Raymond | 27.4% |
| Patrick Kane | 22.2% |
| Marco Kasper | 20.0% |
First goal scorer predictions
Colorado Avalanche
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Nathan MacKinnon | 7.7% |
| Brock Nelson | 7.4% |
| Martin Necas | 6.6% |
| Valeri Nichushkin | 5.1% |
| Artturi Lehkonen | 5.0% |
Detroit Red Wings
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Alex DeBrincat | 6.4% |
| Dylan Larkin | 6.1% |
| Lucas Raymond | 4.7% |
| Patrick Kane | 4.1% |
| Marco Kasper | 3.5% |
Avs vs. Red Wings game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's game between the Red Wings and Avalanche at Little Caesars Arena is scheduled to start at 1:00 PM ET.
- Who: Colorado Avalanche vs. Detroit Red Wings
- Date: Saturday, January 31, 2026
- Time: 1:00 PM ET/10:00AM PT
- Venue: Little Caesars Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Avalanche, with a 58% win probability, will likely beat the Red Wings on Saturday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Avalanche vs. Red Wings insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Nick Slade, with nearly two decades of experience, is the Chief Content Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, overseeing content for Dimers. He specializes in soccer, NBA, and NHL betting, leveraging predictive analytics and machine learning to provide accurate betting insights.
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