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Colorado Avalanche vs. Edmonton Oilers: Preview, Predictions and Picks for February 7, 2025

Updated on:
Feb 7, 2025 9:37 PM
The Colorado Avalanche are set to take on the Edmonton Oilers at Rogers Place on Friday, February 7, 2025, at 9:00 PM. Edmonton is looking to extend their lead in the regular season series, which they currently lead 2-0. Colorado, fresh off a strong performance from Necas, who scored two goals in their previous game, will aim to even the series and snap the Oilers' home winning streak.
Colorado Avalanche vs Edmonton Oilers

Current Odds

COL
EDM
Over
10.5
+116
Under
10.5
-125
COL
-1.5
+170
EDM
+1.5
-204
COL
ML
-165
EDM
ML
+165

Avalanche vs Oilers statistics

Stat Avalanche Oilers
Goals For per Game 3.21 3.30
Goals Against Average 3.02 2.70
Shots per Game 29.4 32.7
Shots Against per Game 26.6 26.7
Power Play Goals 35 33
Power Play Goals Against 28 30
Short Handed Goals 3 2
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 394 357
Power Play Percentage 21.3 24.3
Penalty Kill Percentage 80.4 75.4

Edmonton Oilers recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
2/5/25 @ Chicago Blackhawks W 4-3 OT
2/4/25 @ St. Louis Blues W 3-2 OT
2/1/25 vs Toronto Maple Leafs L 4-3
1/30/25 vs Detroit Red Wings L 3-2 SO
1/27/25 vs Seattle Kraken W 4-2

Colorado Avalanche recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
2/4/25 @ Vancouver Canucks L 3-0
2/2/25 vs Philadelphia Flyers W 2-0
1/31/25 vs St. Louis Blues W 5-0
1/28/25 @ New York Islanders L 5-2
1/26/25 @ New York Rangers W 5-4

Edmonton Oilers injuries

  • Adam Henrique (C): Day-To-Day
  • Mattias Ekholm (D): Day-To-Day
  • John Klingberg (D): Day-To-Day
  • Kasperi Kapanen (RW): Day-To-Day
  • Stuart Skinner (G): Day-To-Day

Colorado Avalanche injuries

  • Scott Wedgewood (G): Out
  • Josh Manson (D): Out
  • Valeri Nichushkin (RW): Injured Reserve
  • Oliver Kylington (D): Injured Reserve
  • Miles Wood (LW): Injured Reserve

Avalanche vs Oilers game info

Type Info
Venue Rogers Place
Location Edmonton, AB
Puck drop Fri 9:00 PM
TV Altitude Sports

Avalanche vs Oilers predictions

With the Colorado Avalanche gearing up for their clash against the Edmonton Oilers, all eyes are on Mikko Rantanen. This right winger, with his record of 25 goals, has been a crucial offensive force. You can almost picture him slicing through Edmonton's defense, right? His partnership with Nathan MacKinnon, who's leading the team with an impressive 63 assists, will be pivotal. MacKinnon's ability to set up plays and create scoring opportunities could spell trouble for the Oilers' defense. It's this dynamic duo that holds the Avalanche's hopes in their hands—or rather, sticks. Will they be able to crack the Oilers’ lineup? It’s an exhilarating thought for any Avalanche fan.

As for the Oilers, things are heating up around Leon Draisaitl. He's been relentless this season, netting 38 goals and sitting pretty with 81 points. Fans are anticipating another stellar performance, especially with Connor McDavid, normally the team’s assist machine, in suspension. This places an even bigger spotlight on Draisaitl. Can he step it up even more? You'd expect him to carry the offensive load and lead by example. While McDavid’s absence is a challenge, it’s also a golden opportunity for other players to shine. Keep an eye on how they adjust their game plan to fill in those big shoes.

When it comes down to predicting the winner of this showdown at Rogers Place, it’s no easy task. The Oilers have had the upper hand this series, leading 2-0, which naturally positions them as favorites. Yet, the Avalanche's potential for offensive brilliance, spearheaded by Rantanen and MacKinnon, adds an unpredictable twist. Factor in Edmonton's fortified home ground performance, and you sense a tough battle ahead. Will the Oilers extend their series lead, or are we in for an Avalanche surprise? My gut leans toward Edmonton, given their record and home advantage, but in hockey, anything can happen. How do you see the ice drama unfolding?

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