Dallas Stars vs Colorado Avalanche Game 6 Pick – 5/1/2025

The Colorado Avalanche will host the Dallas Stars tonight in Game 6 of their first-round series in the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs. The puck drops at 9:30 PM ET at Ball Arena in Denver. Colorado, trailing 3-2 in the series, aims to force a decisive Game 7, while Dallas seeks to close out the series and advance to the second round.

Dallas Stars vs Colorado Avalanche Game 6 Preview

Game 5 saw the Stars secure a 6-2 victory at home in Game 5, moving them to within a game of advancing to the second round. Now the Stars need to overcome playing in one of the toughest places to play in the NHL in Ball Arena if they want to avoid a Game 7 and advance.

Dallas got a couple of goals from Wyatt Johnston in Game 5 and got contributions from Roope Hintz and Mikko Rantanen as well. The Stars Did win Game 3 of this series in Colorado and will look to get another road win here to end this series without having to go back to Dallas.

Betting Insights

• Moneyline: Avalanche -185, Stars +155
• Over/Under: 6.5 goals (Over +110, Under -130)
• Puck Line: Avalanche -1.5 (+140), Stars +1.5 (-165)

The Avs are favored at home going into Game 6, thanks in large part to their stellar home record. Colorado went 26-12-3 at home during the regular season and split their two home games in this series as well.

Dallas Stars vs Colorado Avalanche Game 6 Prediction

Game 6 presents a high-stakes scenario for both teams. The Avalanche, energized by their home-ice advantage, will look to capitalize on their offensive momentum. The Stars, known for their resilience on the road, aim to leverage their depth and defensive structure to clinch the series.

Considering the Avalanche's improved power play and home performance, coupled with the Stars' road success and goaltending, this matchup is poised to be tightly contested. The over on total goals appears favorable, given the offensive capabilities of both teams and recent scoring trends.

Prediction: Avalanche win 4-3.

Best Bet: Over 6.5 goals.

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