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Despite the Colorado Avalanche hanging among the contenders in the Stanley Cup odds, this should still prove to be a slump-busting matchup for the Oil offense. Colorado will be suiting up for the second leg of a back-to-back road set, and it will also be the third game in four nights and final contest before the two-week break for the Avs.

Analyzing Friday’s Colorado Avalanche at Edmonton Oilers odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.