The NHL slows back down tonight with just three games on the docket. The San Jose Sharks saved me from getting shut out last night as the Red Wings lost to the

Colorado Avalanche (35-6-9, in the Central Division) vs. Ottawa Senators (24-21-7, in the Atlantic Division) Ottawa, Ontario; Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: The Colorado Avalanche visit

The Colorado Avalanche host the Anaheim Ducks after Nathan MacKinnon's two-goal game against the Washington Capitals in the Avalanche's 5-2 win

The Canadiens will be in their red sweaters while the Avalanche will be wearing blue Quebec Nordiques sweaters in honour of the franchise that left the provincial capital at the end of the 1994-95 NHL season and moved to Colorado.

The Toronto Maple Leafs rank eighth in NHL scoring, while the Colorado Avalanche lead the league with an average of 3.94 goals per game. Conversely, both sides have struggled defending lately, with the Avs losing four of their last five outings — surrendering 23 goals in that span.

Our Capitals vs. Avalanche predictions for Monday, January 19, 2026. Expect Nathan MacKinnon to score as Colorado romps.

The Ottawa Senators will face another test on Wednesday night as the powerful Colorado Avalanche come to town. The Sens will be looking for redemption after their last meeting with the Avs ended with an 8-2 loss — their biggest of the season. The Senators, meanwhile, are coming off their biggest win of the season, a 7-1 thrashing of Vegas.

Ducks vs Avalanche predictions and NHL picks for Wednesday, January 21. Colorado's offense is too much for Anaheim to withstand.

It’s Colorado Avalanche gameday!