Colorado at Vancouver

Colorado seemed to turn things around during a home stand of playing 9 of 10 at home. However, they've lost two in a row and are on a six-game road trip. Defense is the main culprit at #18 in goals allowed, getting outscored 7-3 the last two games while allowing three goals in seven opposing power-play chances. The Avalanche are 19-41 against losing teams, as well as a 12-39 run on the road. Vancouver plays its third straight home game of a five-game home stand. They are 3-3 the last six games, winning three times as a dog. The Canucks won all three meetings last season as part of a 25-8 run against Colorado, with the Avalanche just 3-11 at Vancouver. Take the home team Canucks.