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The NHL Playoffs continue Friday night with Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals between the Vegas Golden Knights and Colorado Avalanche. In a somewhat surprising result, the Golden Knights picked up a 4-2 road win in Game 1 on Wednesday night against the Presidents’ Trophy winners.
The Avalanche dominated throughout the regular season en route to the NHL’s best record and the top seed in the Western Conference. Colorado had lost just one playoff game this postseason until Vegas came out strong to open this series.
After a scoreless first period, the Golden Knights took a 2-0 lead in the second period behind goals from Dylan Coghlan and Pavel Dorofeyev. Vegas extended the lead to 3-0 early in the third thanks to Brett Howden’s ninth goal of the postseason, but the Avalanche responded with two goals of their own to make things interesting late. However, the Golden Knights sealed the win with an empty-net goal from Nic Dowd to take a 1-0 series lead.
Colorado generated plenty of chances in Game 1, but the difference-maker was the outstanding goaltending from Carter Hart. The Golden Knights netminder stopped 36 shots, including several key saves on Colorado power plays, to help secure the upset victory.
Golden Knights vs. Avalanche Game 2 Odds
Vegas may have won Game 1, but the Avalanche are still listed as home favorites at Hard Rock Bet Sportsbook for Friday night’s Game 2:
With Vegas taking Game 1, the series odds have shifted significantly, but Colorado remains a slight betting favorite at -115 to advance to the Stanley Cup Final.
Golden Knights vs. Avalanche Picks & Predictions for Game 2
Do you want to back the Avalanche to even things up or ride with the underdog Golden Knights after their Game 1 victory? Sign up with Hard Rock Bet to get in on the playoff hockey betting action and check out Stats Hub for insights and trends that can help you make more informed wagers.
Below is one featured pick from Stats Hub for Game 2:
Golden Knights +1.5 (-185): The Golden Knights have been one of the NHL’s best bets as a road underdog this season, covering the puck line in 13 straight away games. Vegas has consistently kept things close against top competition, including recent playoff matchups against Colorado in Game 1 and Anaheim in the previous round. After stealing Game 1, the Knights should be able to carry their momentum into another tight matchup, making the puck line an appealing option for bettors despite the hefty price tag.
Top 5 Most-Bet Player Props for VGK-COL
Player props are always a popular betting option, especially during playoff games of this magnitude. Check out the five most-bet player props for Golden Knights vs. Avalanche Game 2:
Nathan MacKinnon – Goals Over 0.5
Nathan MacKinnon – To Record 3+ Shots
Martin Nečas – Goals Over 0.5
Jack Eichel – To Record 1+ Shots
Nathan MacKinnon – Points Over 1.5
Golden Knights vs. Avalanche Game 2 Info
📍 Where: Ball Arena, Denver, CO
📅 Date: Friday, May 22
⏰ Puck Drop: 8:00 PM ET
📺💻 TV/Streaming: ESPN
🏒 Series: 1-0 Golden Knights
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