Avalanche vs Golden Knights Prediction & Odds for Game 4 (May. 26)

• The Vegas Golden Knights are one win away from sweeping the Colorado Avalanche in the Western Conference Final
• If Vegas wins, they’ll make their third Stanley Cup Final appearance in nine seasons
• Keep reading for Avalanche vs Golden Knights odds with my prediction and player props bet

The Vegas Golden Knights look to bring out the brooms and secure a series sweep as they host the Colorado Avalanche in Game 4 of the Western Conference Final Tuesday night. Puck drop is scheduled for 6:00 PM PT / 9:00 PM ET at T-Mobile Arena and ESPN has the TV coverage in the United States and Sportsnet in Canada. The NHL odds have the road Avs as the favorite, despite being in a 3-0 series hole.

Vegas has been riding high, with victories in five straight and ten of twelve, and they are the second choice in the Stanley Cup odds, behind Carolina. This piece will provide betting analysis, player prop picks and my predictions for a pivotal Game 4 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Avalanche vs Golden Knights Picks & Best Bets

• Moneyline Pick: Golden Knights (-105 at bet365)

There is no reason to overthink this matchup. The Golden Knights have utterly dominated the Avalanche, outscoring them 12-6 over the first three games. From a situational perspective, the Golden Knights possess massive momentum. They’ve also won ten of twelve, and are up against a hobbling Avalanche squad and overcame a 3-0 first period deficit to snatch away Game 3.

Cale Makar missed the first two games, leaving a massive hole in the Avs blueline. Nathan MacKinnon, who scored the most goals in the regular season (53) barely played in the third period of Game 3 after blocking a shot in his right knee. Mitch Marner and Jack Eichel have been pacing the Knights (top-two in playoff scoring), and I see no reason why they can’t take advantage of a limping Colorado team.

• Best Player Prop Bet – Mitch Marner OVER 0.5 Assists (-160 at BetMGM)

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Mitch Marner leads the postseason in points (21) and is second to teammate Eichel in assists (14), so I’m riding the hot hand. Marner has put up at least one helper in eleven of 15 contests this postseason.

He’s also notched an apple in six of seven outings vs Colorado, so my confidence is sky high that he’ll be able to do it again.

Avalanche vs Golden Knights Public Betting Splits & Handle

Here’s the NHL public betting trends for Game 4 of the Western Conference Final:

• Moneyline: The wagers slightly favor the home team, with 55% on Vegas, yet 51% of the handle is on Colorado.
• Puck Line: 74% of bets are on the Knights to win by two or more goals, yet 79% of the cash has poured in for the Avs to keep it within a snipe.
• Total (Over/Under): Bettors expect a low scoring affair, with 70% of bets placed on Under 6.5 markers.

COL vs VGK Odds & Betting Lines

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Avalanche vs Golden Knights Team Stats Comparison

Avalanche vs Golden Knights Starting Goalie Matchup

This goaltending disparity perfectly illustrates why the Golden Knights are dominating. Hart has been an absolute workhorse, turning aside 420 shots while maintaining a stellar .923 save percentage. His ability to consistently erase high-danger chances has severely frustrated the Avalanche.

Avalanche vs Golden Knights Projected Lineups & Defensive Pairings

Avalanche Projected Lineup

• Starting Goaltender: Scott Wedgewood
• Backup Goaltender: Mackenzie Blackwood

Golden Knights Projected Lineup

• Starting Goaltender: Carter Hart
• Backup Goaltender: Adin Hill

Avalanche vs Golden Knights Injury Report & Updates

Avalanche Injuries

* Nathan MacKinnon, C (Lower-Body) – Day To Day: The Avalanche’s superstar center is questionable. He saw limited ice time in the third period of Game 3 after blocking a shot. His absence would be devastating.
* Valeri Nichushkin, RW (Undisclosed) – Day To Day: The top-six depth is taking another hit, as Nichushkin departed Game 3 and did not return.

Golden Knights Injuries

* Jeremy Lauzon, D (Upper-Body) – Out: The Golden Knights remain without Lauzon on the blue line. He continues to be ruled out for tonight’s contest.

Avalanche vs Golden Knights Game Info & Matchup Details

• Matchup: Colorado Avalanche (Away) vs Vegas Golden Knights (Home)
• Date: Tuesday, May 26
• Time: 6:00 PM PT / 9:00 PM ET
• Venue: T-Mobile Arena
• TV: ESPN (United States), Sportsnet (Canada)