The Avalanche currently hold the third playoff spot in the division, being four points ahead of Utah HC. Utah has two games in hand, meaning they could potentially get to that spot by the time they play as many games as Colorado.

The Utah Hockey Club and Dallas Stars have been familiar with each other this season and over the past month, as they played two games in Utah in December. However, the Stars can add to their 2-0 record against the NHL’s newest team when they host them for the first time.

CALGARY -- Lawson Crouse scored twice, and the Utah Hockey Club rallied for a 5-3 win against the Calgary Flames at Scotiabank Saddledome on Thursday. Clayton Keller had a goal and an assist, and Logan Cooley scored for Utah (17-15-6), who had lost five straight (0-4-1). Karel Vejmelka made 23 saves.

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The Ottawa Senators continue their road trip with matchup at the St. Louis Blues Friday night. Below we will continue our NHL odds series as we hand out a Senators-Blues prediction and pick. We will also let you know how to watch the game.