Colorado
Avalanche
9-5-1
Moneyline
-125
NHL Predictions
Colorado Avalanche vs Columbus Blue Jackets Predictions
Tuesday, November 3, 2026 at 7:00pm EST at Nationwide Arena, Columbus, OH
@
Columbus
Blue Jackets
5-7
Moneyline
+105
50%
50%
Spread
Colorado Avalanche -1.5
Columbus Blue Jackets +1.5
Moneyline
Colorado Avalanche -125
Columbus Blue Jackets +105
Total
Over 6.5 (+102)
Under 6.5 (-122)
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Avalanche vs. Blue Jackets Prediction: Colorado’s Scoring Edge Supports a Moneyline Bet
Analysis updated November 3, 2026 at 7:16 AM CST
Colorado has scored 4.3 goals per game, but its 2-4-0 road record makes the -130 moneyline more attractive than laying 1.5 goals.
Colorado’s offense creates the clearest edge
The Associated Press via The Journal reports that Colorado leads the NHL with 64 goals and 4.3 per game. The Avalanche have also won three straight, while Columbus has scored only 2.1 goals per game over its past 10. That gap makes Colorado the likelier winner in Tuesday’s first meeting of the season.
Colorado is 6-3-1 over its past 10 games, averaging 3.8 goals scored and 2.7 allowed. Columbus is 4-6-0 over the same span, averaging 2.1 goals scored and 2.9 allowed. Artturi Lehkonen’s 12 goals and Martin Necas’ 13 points over Colorado’s past 10 games give the favorite multiple scoring threats.
Why the moneyline is the better bet
Colorado’s 2-4-0 road record lowers the appeal of laying 1.5 goals, especially against a Columbus team that is 4-3-0 at home. Josh Manson is also out with a lower-body injury, while Colorado forward Zachary L'Heureux and Columbus center Isac Lundestrom are unavailable.
The Avalanche moneyline at -130 is the preferred wager. Colorado’s scoring advantage supports a bet to win, but its road record makes the puck line too demanding. The available evidence doesn’t justify a play on the 6.5 total.
Pick
Colorado Avalanche
Projected score
Colorado Avalanche 4-2 Columbus Blue Jackets
Confidence
medium
Betting lean
Colorado Avalanche moneyline (-130)