Anaheim Ducks vs Colorado Avalanche Picks and Predictions April 13th 2025

Anaheim Ducks vs Colorado Avalanche April 13th 2025

Looking to win big? The Avalanche and Ducks face off at 10:00 ET on ESPN. The Ducks are hosting the game at Honda Center in Anaheim, CA. The Avalanche come into this Western conference matchup as the -1.5 goal favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 5.5 goals.

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Colorado vs. Anaheim Key Information

• Teams: Avalanche at Ducks
• Where: Honda Center Anaheim
• Date: Sunday, April 13th
• Betting Odds COL -110 | ANA -108 O/U 5.5

The Avalanche Can Win If…

With a 5-2 loss to the Predators, the Avalanche now sit at 48-29-4. Colorado was the underdog on the puck line, and the total of 6.5 goals was surpassed, as the combined score reached 7.

The Avalanche took the lead at 17:06 in the second period, but the Predators responded with five unanswered goals. Colorado’s defense struggled, allowing two empty-net goals in the third period.

In their 5-2 loss to the Predators, the Avalanche took 30 shots on goal but only found the net twice. Nathan MacKinnon scored his 6th goal of the season, while Cale Makar added his 5th, with Makar’s goal coming on a power play in the second period.

MacKinnon and Makar also each picked up an assist, bringing Makar’s assist total to 16 this season. The Avalanche were held scoreless in the first period before Makar’s power-play goal at the 17:06 mark of the second period.

On the defensive side, the Avalanche gave up five goals to the Predators, including two empty-netters late in the third period. Justus Annunen made 21 saves with a save percentage of 87.5%. The defense also recorded 11 takeaways and 26 hits.

• Colorado has put together a record of 1-2 in their last three games (regular season). In these contests, the team went just 1-2 against the spread, while going 1-2 on the over-under.
• The Avalanche have gone 5-5 over their last ten regular season games. Their record against the puck line in this stretch is 4-6 to go along with an over-under mark of 4-6.

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The Ducks Can Win If…

The Ducks fell below .500 with a 4-2 loss to the Blackhawks, bringing their record to 35-36-8. Anaheim, favored by -1.5 goals, failed to cover the puck line. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 6 goals fell just short.

Anaheim’s defense struggled early, allowing two goals in the first period. They trailed 3-0 before Brock McGinn scored at 10:16 in the third period. The Ducks added another goal with just 4 seconds left, but it wasn’t enough to mount a comeback.

Anaheim’s offense was held scoreless until the third period in their 4-2 loss to Chicago. Brock McGinn netted his second goal of the season, while Mason McTavish added another, also his second, on a power play with just four seconds left in the game.

The Ducks took 39 shots on goal but were hindered by 16 giveaways. Ryan Strome picked up his fourth assist of the year, and Troy Terry added his fifth assist on McTavish’s late power play goal.

Anaheim’s defense struggled early, giving up the first three goals, including two on the power play. Lukas Dostal finished with 25 saves and an 86.2% save percentage. The Ducks’ defense had 6 takeaways and 15 hits.

• Spanning across their last three games, Anaheim have gone 2-1. This also includes going 2-1 puck line and an over-under mark of 2-1.
• Anaheim has put together a record of 5-5 in their last ten games (regular season). The team’s record vs the puck line was just 5-5, in addition to an over-under mark of 7-3.

The Lean

When it comes to a moneyline wager, I’m going with the Ducks to defeat the Avalanche while playing at home. Given the current moneyline odds at -108, I’m placing a wager on the Ducks to win outright.

Our projections have the Ducks pulling out a win as the underdog. But if you’re not as bullish as we are on the Ducks, we’d recommend at least getting a bet down on them to cover the puck line.

If you’re looking at the over/under line set at 5.5 goals, our prediction is that this game will exceed that mark, and we strongly advise placing a bet on the over.

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Young Ducks Look to Grow Against Veteran-Less Avalanche in Season Finale

The Anaheim Ducks may be out of the playoff picture, but Sunday night’s matchup against the Colorado Avalanche still carries meaning — especially for a roster loaded with youth eager to earn their place in the NHL. While the Avalanche have locked up their postseason seed and left many of their stars at home, the Ducks are focused on development and identity.

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Ducks Embrace Growth Amid Rebuild

Although the Ducks (35-36-8, 78 points) will miss the playoffs for a seventh straight season, this year has seen marked improvement. With three games still to play, Anaheim has already earned 19 more points than a season ago and secured their most wins since the 2018-19 campaign.

This progress has been fueled by a core of young talent. Seven players on the active roster are 23 or younger, with another half-dozen under 26. For head coach Greg Cronin, these remaining games are essential for development.

“We’re trying to build on an identity,” Cronin said. “It’s critical that they go through these type of games. Your compete level. Your decisions with the puck. All those things that are part of a playoff environment.”

Mason McTavish, 22, has had a breakout year with 50 points, while 20-year-old Leo Carlsson has notched 44 points of his own — both establishing themselves as foundational pieces. Veteran Troy Terry continues to lead with 53 points, but the spotlight is clearly on the franchise’s next generation.

Avalanche Rest Stars With Playoffs Locked

The Avalanche (48-29-4, 100 points) have clinched their playoff position and are using their final regular-season game as a rest day for their key players. Nathan MacKinnon (116 points), Cale Makar (92), Devon Toews, and several others did not make the trip to Anaheim, ensuring fresh legs for the postseason.

“Yeah, 30 goals by a defenseman is insane,” said Ryan Lindgren, speaking about Makar’s historic season. “You see the highlights, but then coming here and actually playing with him and seeing what he does… he just creates so much every night.”

Makar not only became the first defenseman in over a decade to score 30 goals, but also set a new franchise record for points by a defenseman. MacKinnon, meanwhile, chose rest over chasing the Art Ross Trophy, showing Colorado’s confidence in their playoff readiness.

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Injuries are also a factor for the Avalanche. Jonathan Drouin and Josh Manson continue to sit, while Ross Colton and Lindgren were also left behind due to lingering issues.

Learning Moments vs. Proven Pedigree

The Avalanche will field a mix of depth and youth, giving the Ducks an intriguing test in their final home stretch. For Anaheim, it’s an opportunity to measure themselves against a championship-caliber organization, even if the stars are resting. These games may be outside the playoff spotlight, but for the Ducks, they represent vital experience.

“These are the games we’ve got to get comfortable playing,” Cronin emphasized. “And you can measure yourself.”