This is an 8* SITUATIONAL DESTRUCTION on the Colorado Avalanche.

We played the OVER in the Senators and Stars yesterday and came away with a big 10* victory. We don't think we need to overanalyse this one as the contented and tired visitors come to town off that big victory just last night. Colorado on the other hand will be eager to turn its fortunes around on home ice and build off a decent road trip, most recently a 4-1 win over Winnipeg on Monday. Goaltender Semyon Varlamov returned from injury to make 20 saves in that one and a date vs. the Sens is just what the doctor ordered to keep the momentum rolling as he's 3-0 with a 1.99 GAA in his last three vs. them. In our minds, this finally sets up as a classic letdown spot for the Senators, who have gone 4-0-2 in their last six. Also note that Ottawa goaltender Craig Anderson is a horrible 1-3-1 with a 5.55 GAA vs. the Avalanche. The situation is as solid as you could possibly ask for and there's no question that the price is right as well; play on COLORADO.

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