Avalanche vs. Blackhawks Preview, Odds, and Picks (Feb 28)
High-flying Western Conference leaders Colorado Avalanche will be hoping to bounce back from a recent defeat when they host the Chicago Blackhawks in the NHL on Feb 28. Find our picks here.
How to Watch
- When: Saturday, February 28, 2026. 6:00 PM ET
- Where: Ball Arena, Colorado
- How to Watch: ESPN+
Colorado Avalanche vs. Chicago Blackhawks Odds
Colorado Avalanche vs. Chicago Blackhawks Head-to-Head
The Colorado Avalanche have won 59% of their home games against the Chicago Blackhawks in the NHL. Meanwhile, the Avalanche have won the last three head-to-head encounters.
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Game Preview
It wasn’t the return to action that the Colorado Avalanche would have been hoping for in midweek, as they were easily beaten 5-2 at Ball Arena by the Minnesota Wild.
The Avalanche looked defensively vulnerable throughout the encounter, conceding twice in the second period before allowing three more in the final period.
Despite this, Colorado continue to sit at the top of the Central Division, holding a five-point advantage over the Wild. The manner of their defeat on Thursday would be a minor concern, but it is also worth noting that the Avalanche have gone 21-4-4 at Ball Arena in 2025-26.
The Chicago Blackhawks also endured a miserable return to NHL action following the Olympics in midweek, losing for the second game running.
Chicago struggled offensively in the game on the road against the Nashville Predators, with Connor Bedard scoring once, despite having registered five shots on goal.
The Blackhawks have underperformed on the road throughout the season, going 10-13-4. Meanwhile, they have allowed 189 goals this term, which ranks as one of the worst defensive records.
Colorado Avalanche vs. Chicago Blackhawks Picks
The Blackhawks have been inconsistent throughout the season, and this should be a perfect opportunity for the Avalanche to avenge their bid defeat against the Wild.
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