Carolina Hurricanes vs. Colorado Avalanche
NHL Pick: Colorado Avalanche -130 (February 10th 2012)
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This week’s two free plays have both been underdogs on the moneyline. Each of them won. Today, however, I’m backing the favored Avalanche.

After losing five straight, their longest skid of the season, the Avs got back on track in a big way last time out. They beat a struggling (but very talented) Chicago team by a score of 5-2. That victory figures to be just what the doctor ordered. Order restored, I feel that the Avs should be able to follow it up with another “W” this evening.

While the recent 5-game losing streak was the Avs first of the season, they have had a pair of 5-game winning streaks, including a stretch where they won nine of 10. So, this is a team which is capable of stringing together victories.

The Avs should be thrilled to see the Hurricanes coming to town. For starters, they’re an impressive 10-2 (+9.6) against Eastern Conference opponents. Going back further finds the Avs at 30-18 (+12.1) the past few seasons against teams from the East. During the same stretch, Carolina is a money-burning 19-27 (-6.9) against teams from the West.

Additionally, Colorado has dominated the Canes here over the years. In fact, the Avs are a perfect 7-0 the last seven times that they were a host in this series.

As for Colorado being favored, given the home/road stats of both teams, the price seems more than fair. While the Avs are only a modest 15-14 (15-13-1) here at Denver, the Canes are a terrible 6-20 (6-13-7) away from Raleigh.

Knowing they embark on a tough 4-game road trip after this, the Avs should be really motivated to close out the homestand with another victory. Consider Colorado. Get more NHL picks for February 10th 2012 from Ben Burns at Touthouse.com

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