en-us SportSpyder - The Latest Colorado Avalanche News https://sportspyder.com/nhl/colorado-avalanche/news Timestamps:0:00 - John Hynes5:12 - Michael McCarron Wed, 13 May 2026 17:50:42 GMT DNVR Sports https://sportspyder.com/nhl/colorado-avalanche/articles/56608440 https://sportspyder.com/nhl/colorado-avalanche/articles/56608440 false false Welcome to the NHL Predictions for the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out. For this edition, we will look at the against the in . Don’t forget to check out more NHL Predictions, as our writers will continue this series throughout the Stanley Cup Playoffs, up to the final game. NHL Predictions with Minnesota Wild at Colorado Avalanche Playoff Series: Colorado leads 3-1 Time: 8 :00 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) | 5:00 p.m. Pacific Daylight Time (PDT) How to Watch: Canada: Sportsnet+, SN, CBC, TVAS, TVAS+ United States: HBO Max, TNT, truTV Location: Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul, Minnesota The Colorado Avalanche, following a convincing 5-2 win in Game 4, are on the verge of advancing to the conference finals. The Wild are coming off arguably one of their worst performances of the playoffs, and will play with their season on the line tonight. The Avalanche Story The Avs are firmly in the driver’s seat, and have been for most of this series. They have been unrelenting in their offence, and they are getting much-needed depth scoring as well. Parker Kelly scored his first career playoff goal, and Ross Colton chipped in with a valuable depth goal as all four lines contributed on the scoreboard in some way. Head Coach Jared Bednar used words like “dedicated” and “relentless” to describe how his team played in Game 4. Josh Manson and Joel Kiviranta returned to the lineup in Game 4, and Jack Ahcan made his playoff debut. Sam Malinski and Artturi Lehkonen are listed as day-to-day, which will likely mean they will be game-time decisions for Game 5. The Wild Story There needs to be an element of focus going into Game 5. There was some drama on and off the ice involving Josh Manson and Michael McCarron, where Manson butt-ended McCarron, resulting in a $5,000 fine for Manson. McCarron went on to ESPN’s intermission report for an interview with PK Subban, where he said, Whether the play was dirty or not, the Wild as a team needs to put it behind them and play to win and not for any measure of revenge. The sweetest revenge would be to win this game. D Josh Manson is issued a double minor for butt ending F Michael McCarron. NHL Rule 58.5 indicates a double minor is issued for an attempt to butt end, and an actual butt end should be a 5-minute major and a game misconduct. — NHL News (@PuckReportNHL) Bad news for the Wild, they will be without and Jonas Brodin yet again, as they did not travel to Colorado. The penalty kill continues to struggle without them, although they have allowed a power play goal in every single game in the playoffs so far. If the Wild want to stay alive in this series, they must stay out of the box. Starting Goalies Below are the projected starters for tonight’s game. Please check social media for the most updated information before locking in your daily fantasy lineups. For Minnesota, we expect that will start, seeking a generational performance to save his team’s season. He has a 5-4 record, a 2.66 goals-against average, and a .912 save percentage in the playoffs. On the Avs side, will likely start for a second straight game. He stopped 19 out of 21 shots in Game 4 to earn his first win of the playoffs. He has a 1-0 record, a 1.95 goals-against average, and a .912 save percentage in the postseason. NHL Predictions and Best Bets It is hard to see the Avs not ending it tonight, especially with the fact that the Wild are still missing key players. The Avs have not lost at home in these playoffs, and we do not think it will happen tonight either. Prediction: Avalanche win 4-2. Best Bets To wrap things up, here are our anytime goal scorer picks. For the Wild, we will pick to get a much-needed goal. Count on to bring his best and pot a goal here tonight for the Avs as well. Main photo by: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images Please play responsibly, check for your local rules and age restrictions; some jurisdictions require ages 21+. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. Wed, 13 May 2026 17:23:19 GMT Marcus Yu https://sportspyder.com/nhl/colorado-avalanche/articles/56608070 https://sportspyder.com/nhl/colorado-avalanche/articles/56608070 false false After a disappointing loss in Game 4 on home ice on Monday night, May 11, the Minnesota Wild received some good news the following morning as their general manager, Bill… Wed, 13 May 2026 16:57:10 GMT Mariah E. Stark (Holland) https://sportspyder.com/nhl/colorado-avalanche/articles/56607728 https://sportspyder.com/nhl/colorado-avalanche/articles/56607728 false false The Colorado Avalanche could face some trouble if/once they begin their series against the Golden Knights or Anaheim Ducks. Wed, 13 May 2026 16:54:08 GMT Graham Tiedtke https://sportspyder.com/nhl/colorado-avalanche/articles/56607703 https://sportspyder.com/nhl/colorado-avalanche/articles/56607703 false false The Presidents’ Trophy-winning Colorado Avalanche continue the second-round series against the Minnesota Wild at Ball Arena. Puck drop is scheduled […] The post appeared first on . Wed, 13 May 2026 16:51:38 GMT Aarif Deen https://sportspyder.com/nhl/colorado-avalanche/articles/56607676 https://sportspyder.com/nhl/colorado-avalanche/articles/56607676 false false Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube. Wed, 13 May 2026 16:42:49 GMT DNVR Sports https://sportspyder.com/nhl/colorado-avalanche/articles/56607585 https://sportspyder.com/nhl/colorado-avalanche/articles/56607585 false false Timestamps:0:00 - Gabe Landeskog3:25 - Josh Manson5:26 - Nazem Kadri7:26 - Parker Kelly9:23 - Nicolas Roy Wed, 13 May 2026 16:33:34 GMT DNVR Sports https://sportspyder.com/nhl/colorado-avalanche/articles/56607452 https://sportspyder.com/nhl/colorado-avalanche/articles/56607452 false false The Colorado Avalanche appear ready to lean on the hot hand as they look to close out their second-round series against the Minnesota Wild. Following an optional morning skate at Ball Arena, Mackenzie Blackwood occupied the starter’s crease, a strong sign he will get the nod for tonight’s pivotal Game 5. Blackwood appears to have […] Wed, 13 May 2026 16:28:20 GMT Mike Meyer https://sportspyder.com/nhl/colorado-avalanche/articles/56607383 https://sportspyder.com/nhl/colorado-avalanche/articles/56607383 false false The Colorado Avalanche and Minnesota Wild are set to play the first elimination game of their second-round series tonight at Ball Arena in Downtown Denver, CO. Colorado holds a 3-1 series lead and can clinch the series tonight by eliminating a team and advancing on home ice for the first time in this new championship […] Wed, 13 May 2026 15:50:39 GMT Adrian Hernandez https://sportspyder.com/nhl/colorado-avalanche/articles/56606889 https://sportspyder.com/nhl/colorado-avalanche/articles/56606889 false false The Colorado Avalanche will have a chance to close out their series in Game 5 on Wednesday night against the Minnesota Wild, potentially getting an extended bre Wed, 13 May 2026 15:37:33 GMT Nestor Quixtan https://sportspyder.com/nhl/colorado-avalanche/articles/56606721 https://sportspyder.com/nhl/colorado-avalanche/articles/56606721 false false On a Wednesday morning episode of Hot Takes, Eric and Troy preview Avs vs. Wild Game 5 tonight at Ball Arena. Can the Avs only beat themselves in this series... Wed, 13 May 2026 15:34:37 GMT Mile High Sports https://sportspyder.com/nhl/colorado-avalanche/articles/56606676 https://sportspyder.com/nhl/colorado-avalanche/articles/56606676 false false Chris MacFarland has been named a finalist for the 2025-26 General Manager of the Year for the first time in his career Wed, 13 May 2026 14:58:49 GMT Stefano Rubino https://sportspyder.com/nhl/colorado-avalanche/articles/56606240 https://sportspyder.com/nhl/colorado-avalanche/articles/56606240 false false Game 5 Colorado Avalanche @ Minnesota Wild2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs Scoreboard Tonight’s live scoreboard and chat deliver real-time updates and interactive ... Wed, 13 May 2026 14:33:31 GMT NHL https://sportspyder.com/nhl/colorado-avalanche/articles/56605945 https://sportspyder.com/nhl/colorado-avalanche/articles/56605945 false false Postgame press conference with the Minnesota Wild and Colorado Avalanche after their Second Round Stanley Cup Playoffs game. Both coaches and players discuss... 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