Minnesota looks to avoid elimination, and it has some history on its side as Colorado hasn't clinched a playoff series at home since 2008. The Avalanche is also dealing with injuries to forward Artturi Lehkonen and defenseman Sam Malinski, who are listed as day-to-day. Jesper Wallstedt stopped 29 of 32 shots on Monday before the Avs got two empty-net goals. The game was close until the final moments, even though the Wild didn't play their best game. Wallstedt is likely to start Game 5 with a 2.66 goals-against average and a .912 save percentage in this year's postseason. He had 35 saves in Game 3 when Minnesota won 5-1. It's a tough task going into Denver for any hockey team, but Minnesota has proven it can rise to the occasion in big games. The Wild are 26-15 with revenge this season, and 12-6 when avenging a home loss. Take the Wild to extend the series and go back home for Game 6.
This Pro Pick was released to clients on May 13, 2026 at 12:54PM ET.
Minnesota at Colorado
May 13, 2026
2 units on Minnesota +195 (moneyline) (risk 2 to return 5.9)
Result:
LOSS
LOSS
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