As the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs heat up, the Colorado Avalanche are gearing up for a highly anticipated showdown against the Minnesota Wild in the second round. The Avalanche, led by their dynamic duo of Nathan MacKinnon and Mikko Rantanen, are looking to continue their dominance on the ice and take a step closer to hoisting the coveted Stanley Cup trophy. Meanwhile, the Wild, fueled by the resurgence of Kirill Kaprizov and the stingy defense of their top-ranked penalty kill, are determined to pull off the upset and send the series back to Minnesota. With the NHL futures odds favoring the Avalanche, can the Wild's gritty underdog spirit prove to be the key to their success?
NHL futures odds, predictions: Avalanche take on Wild in second round of 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs CBS Sports
