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Jets vs. Avalanche prediction: Why Colorado is favored to win Saturday's NHL matchup [3/28/2026]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get Winnipeg Jets vs Colorado Avalanche predictions for NHL Saturday.
The Colorado Avalanche and Winnipeg Jets are scheduled to meet in the NHL at Ball Arena on Saturday, with puck drop at 7:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' advanced NHL model projects the Avalanche as the most likely winner of the Jets vs. Avalanche game.
This article offers a closer look at Saturday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Jets vs. Avs prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Saturday's NHL matchup between the Jets and Avalanche, forming part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model gives the Avalanche a 68% chance of beating the Jets.
According to our model, the Jets (+1.5) have a 55% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6-goal over/under has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Jets vs. Avalanche odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Jets | Avalanche |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-110) | -1.5 (-102) |
| Moneyline | +220 | -260 |
| Total | o6 (-110) | u6 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Jets vs. Avalanche picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | Jets +1.5 | -110 |
| Moneyline | Jets | +220 |
| Total | Under 6 | -110 |
According to our best NHL bets, the top play to make on this game is Jets +1.5 at the spread.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Jets vs. Avalanche player props
Who will score a goal in Jets vs. Avalanche?
According to our model, Nathan MacKinnon is most likely to score an anytime goal in Jets vs. Avalanche.
Our projections give MacKinnon a 34.0% chance of scoring a goal at Ball Arena, while the star is a 7.3% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Winnipeg Jets
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kyle Connor | 33.3% |
| Mark Scheifele | 31.6% |
| Gabriel Vilardi | 28.4% |
| Cole Perfetti | 26.0% |
| Jonathan Toews | 15.9% |
Colorado Avalanche
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Nathan MacKinnon | 34.0% |
| Martin Necas | 33.9% |
| Valeri Nichushkin | 28.5% |
| Nazem Kadri | 25.8% |
| Gabriel Landeskog | 25.7% |
First goal scorer predictions
Winnipeg Jets
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kyle Connor | 7.0% |
| Mark Scheifele | 6.2% |
| Gabriel Vilardi | 5.3% |
| Cole Perfetti | 5.2% |
| Jonathan Toews | 2.9% |
Colorado Avalanche
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Nathan MacKinnon | 7.3% |
| Martin Necas | 6.5% |
| Nazem Kadri | 5.3% |
| Valeri Nichushkin | 5.1% |
| Gabriel Landeskog | 4.8% |
Jets vs. Avs game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's action between the Avalanche and Jets at Ball Arena is scheduled to start at 7:00 PM ET.
- Who: Winnipeg Jets vs. Colorado Avalanche
- Date: Saturday, March 28, 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Ball Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Avalanche, with a 68% win probability, will likely beat the Jets on Saturday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Jets vs. Avalanche insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice, head to our responsible gambling hub.
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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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