{"id":484688,"date":"2026-03-06T08:53:43","date_gmt":"2026-03-06T13:53:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/?p=484688"},"modified":"2026-03-06T08:53:43","modified_gmt":"2026-03-06T13:53:43","slug":"nhl-predictions-march-6-colorado-avalanche-vs-dallas-stars","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2026\/03\/06\/nhl-predictions-march-6-colorado-avalanche-vs-dallas-stars\/","title":{"rendered":"NHL Predictions: March 6 Colorado Avalanche vs Dallas Stars"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span>Welcome back to NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at\u00a0<\/span><em>Last Word On Hockey<\/em><span> look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out. Our featured game of this edition is the Colorado Avalanche taking on the Dallas Stars<\/span><span>. Don\u2019t forget to check out more\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/category\/nhl-predictions\/\" target=\"_self\">NHL Predictions<\/a>, as our writers continue this series throughout the 2025-26 season.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>NHL Predictions<\/h2>\n<p><a id=\"v_sq1a5iQvFvBQ8JquE5Aw\" class=\"gie-single\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gettyimages.com\/detail\/2242826195\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: #a7a7a7; text-decoration: none; font-weight: normal !important; border: none; display: inline-block;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Embed from Getty Images<\/a><script>window.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'v_sq1a5iQvFvBQ8JquE5Aw',sig:'Pl16dq4HjLnEO6dAGqeeIj77a-ltZTjqnQ3x-eGKtv4=',w:'594px',h:'396px',items:'2242826195',caption: true ,tld:'com',is360: false })});<\/script><script src='\/\/embed-cdn.gettyimages.com\/widgets.js' charset='utf-8' async><\/script><\/p>\n<h2>Florida Panthers vs Detroit Red Wings<\/h2>\n<h3>Head-to-Head: Panthers 0-1 Red Wings<\/h3>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/full-guide-for-how-to-stream-and-watch-nhl-hockey-games\/\" target=\"_self\">How to Watch<\/a>:<span>\u00a0<\/span><strong>US TV: Scripps Florida; Fan Duel Sports Detroit; NHL Network. Canada TV: SN East; TVA Sports.<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Time:<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>7 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST)<\/p>\n<p>We open up NHL predictions with an Atlantic Division matchup between the<a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2026\/03\/05\/nhl-rumours-bobrovsky-in-play\/\" target=\"_self\"> Florida Panthers<\/a> and th<a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2026\/02\/08\/nhl-rumours-detroit-red-wings-nhl-trade-deadline-2025-26\/\" target=\"_self\">e Detroit Red Wings.<\/a> Florida is expected to give <span><a  target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/search\/search.fcgi?pid=tarasda02,tarasda01&amp;search=Daniil+Tarasov&amp;utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2026-03-06_hr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Daniil Tarasov<\/a> the start after playing the night before. However, always check social media before locking in a daily fantasy starter. The Panthers are reeling with a 2-8 record in the last 10 games, including four straight losses. <a  target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/r\/reinhsa01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2026-03-06_hr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Sam Reinhart<\/a> is first in goals (28), assists (30), and points (58) so far this season.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a  target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/search\/search.fcgi?pid=gibsojo02,gibsojo01&amp;search=John+Gibson&amp;utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2026-03-06_hr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">John Gibson<\/a> is the probable starter for the Red Wings, who are 4-4-2 in their last 10 games. However, Detroit is coming off a loss to the<a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2026\/03\/05\/vegas-golden-knights-acquire-experienced-centre-from-capitals\/\" target=\"_self\"> Vegas Golden Knights.<\/a> Despite this, the Red Wings are third in the division heading into this game. <a  target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/r\/raymolu01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2026-03-06_hr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Lucas Raymond<\/a> leads the club in assists (45) and points (65).<\/p>\n<p>Time is running out for Florida and heading into Detroit is a tough proposition. The Red Wings should get the victory.<\/p>\n<p><em>Prediction: Red Wings win 4-2.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><!--nextpage--><\/p>\n<h2>Colorado Avalanche vs Dallas Stars<\/h2>\n<h3>Head-to-Head: Avalanche 0-1 Stars<\/h3>\n<h3>How to Watch:<span>\u00a0<\/span><strong>US TV: Altitude; Victory+; ESPN+; Canada TV: Sportsnet+.<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Time:<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>8 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST)<\/p>\n<p><a  href=\"https:\/\/www.thescore.com\/nhl\/events\/32099\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Our second<\/a> and featured game of NHL predictions is a Central Division matchup between the <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2026\/03\/05\/toronto-maple-leafs-sell-off-begins-as-avalanche-acquire-depth-help\/\" target=\"_self\">Colorado Avalanche<\/a> and the<a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2026\/03\/05\/nashville-predators-trade-forward-to-divisional-rival\/\" target=\"_self\"> Dallas Stars<\/a>. <span><a  target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/b\/blackma01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2026-03-06_hr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mackenzie Blackwood<\/a> is the likely starter for the Avalanche, who are 6-4 in their previous 10 games. This includes three consecutive victories entering the top of the division showdown. <a  target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/m\/mackina01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2026-03-06_hr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Nathan MacKinnon<\/a> has hit the 100-point mark with 41 goals and 59 assists.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a  target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/o\/oettija01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2026-03-06_hr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Jake Oettinger<\/a> is the expected starter for a red-hot Stars club. Dallas is on a 10-game winning streak and making a push for first in the Central. However, the Stars are still six points behind the Avs in the division. <a  target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/r\/roberja01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2026-03-06_hr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Jason Robertson<\/a> is first on the team in goals (34) and points (72) so far this campaign.<\/p>\n<p>This could shape up to be one of the games of the year. However, Dallas keeps momentum going with a hard-fought win.<\/p>\n<p><em>Prediction: Stars win 3-2 in overtime.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><!--nextpage--><\/p>\n<p><a id=\"DfR93ab2TIlKHz069cdeBA\" class=\"gie-single\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gettyimages.com\/detail\/2246916842\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: #a7a7a7; text-decoration: none; font-weight: normal !important; border: none; display: inline-block;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Embed from Getty Images<\/a><script>window.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'DfR93ab2TIlKHz069cdeBA',sig:'JGGbsYaTruEawVmp-drgasx_Mg05sIXxyew5fso6yW0=',w:'594px',h:'396px',items:'2246916842',caption: true ,tld:'com',is360: false })});<\/script><script src='\/\/embed-cdn.gettyimages.com\/widgets.js' charset='utf-8' async><\/script><\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-24\">\n<h2>Carolina Hurricanes vs Edmonton Oilers<\/h2>\n<h3>Head-to-Head: Hurricanes 0-1 Oilers<\/h3>\n<h3>How to Watch:<span>\u00a0<\/span><strong>US TV: Fan Duel Sports South; ESPN+; Canada TV: SN West.<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Time:<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>9 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST)<\/p>\n<p>Our final game of NHL predictions has the<a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2026\/02\/16\/carolina-hurricanes-goalie-inks-contract-extension\/\" target=\"_self\"> Carolina Hurricanes<\/a> looking for a split of the season series against the <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2026\/03\/03\/all-canadian-edition-of-nhl-predictions-with-ottawa-senators-at-edmonton-oilers\/\" target=\"_self\">Edmonton Oilers.<\/a> <a  target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/b\/bussibr01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2026-03-06_hr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Brandon Bussi<\/a> is the projected starter for the Hurricanes, who are 8-1-1 in their previous 10 games. <a  target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/search\/search.fcgi?pid=ahose01,ahose02&amp;search=Sebastian+Aho&amp;utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2026-03-06_hr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Sebastian Aho<\/a> is first on the team in assists (38) and points (61).<\/p>\n<p><a  target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/j\/jarrytr01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2026-03-06_hr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tristan Jarry<\/a> is the expected starter for the Oilers, who are 5-5 in their last 10 games. However, Edmonton rally past the<a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2026\/03\/05\/the-ottawa-senators-have-traded-a-veteran-forward\/\" target=\"_self\"> Ottawa Senators<\/a> in overtime last time out. The Oilers have made some changes and could make more with the trade deadline set to wrap up later today. <a  target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/m\/mcdavco01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2026-03-06_hr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Connor McDavid<\/a> is topping the team in goals (35), assists (70), and points (105).<\/p>\n<p>The Oilers have to find a way to stop pucks from getting in the net. However, the Canes are one of the best defensive teams in the league.<\/p>\n<p><em>Prediciton: Hurricanes win 4-2.<\/em><\/p>\n<h3>Best Bets<\/h3>\n<p>We close out NHL predictions with some prop bets of the night. Let&#8217;s go back to our featured game for our preferred props. The over\/under for the Stars versus the Avalanche is 6.5, and we like the under in this game.<\/p>\n<p>As for individual props, take <a  target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/m\/makarca01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2026-03-06_hr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Cale Makar<\/a> to get a power-play point for Colorado. On the Dallas side of things, take <a  target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/j\/johnswy01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2026-03-06_hr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Wyatt Johnston<\/a> to get a goal in this game.<\/p>\n<p><em>Main photo by: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Please play responsibly, check for your local rules and age restrictions; some jurisdictions require ages 21+. Gambling problem? 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