This is a 1* FREE PLAY on ths AVS PUCKLINE.

Off a 3-2 overtime win in St. Louis just last night, we think the Ducks, who have won two in a row now, are going to have a predictable letdown here in this difficult road venue and in the second game of the back-to-back.

Despite yesterday's win, note that the Ducks have still scored two goals or less in six of their last nine games.

And although Anaheim was decent on the defensive end vs. St. Louis yesterday, it's still allowed four or more goals in six of its last tne games.

Off a 3-2 OT loss to the Knights, the Avs will be eager to take advantage of this favorable spot.

Despite losing last time out, Colorado has still scored four or more goals in seven of its last eight games.

The Avs have also turned things around in net, conceding one goal or less in seven of their last ten outings.

Anaheim is only 1-4 in its last five road games vs. a team with a home winning percentage of more than .600.

Everything is in place for the Avalanche to not only win tonight, but to win big. Consider Colorado on the PUCKLINE this evening.

Good luck, NP