Elliotte Friedman reports that money was one significant factor (perhaps the biggest) in the Colorado Avalanche’s decision to trade Mikko Rantanen.

Colorado Avalanche's final contract offer to Mikko Rantanen before trading him to the Carolina Hurricanes was leaked by the renowned insider Elliotte Friedman.

Evan Bouchard also scored a goal and had an assist, and Brett Kulak and Viktor Arvidsson each scored a goal for the Oilers (29-13-3), who have won four straight, including a 5-3 comeback win at the Minnesota Wild on Wednesday. Leon Draisaitl had two assists, and Stuart Skinner made 22 saves.

The Edmonton Oilers will face the Colorado Avalanche in this NHL matchup at Ball Arena on Thursday, January 16th.WATCH: Oilers vs Avalanche Live | Stream free on FuboThe Oilers are second in the Pacific Division with a 28-13-3 record.

The Edmonton Oilers have announced that they have signed goaltender Tyler Palmer to an amateur tryout deal and that he will become the emergency backup goaltender tonight versus the Seattle Kraken.

Analyzing Thursday’s Edmonton Oilers at Colorado Avalanche odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Colorado Avalanche (27-17-1) continue their homestand against the Edmonton Oilers (28-13-3). Puck drop is scheduled for 7:45 p.m. MT but could be pushed back to 7:50 p.m. since it’s the second part of a double-header on ESPN.

The Oilers erase a multi-goal deficit for the third time in four games to clinch their fourth straight victory on Thursday night in a 4-3 comeback win over the Avalanche at Ball Arena

Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved. Edmonton Oilers defenseman Brett Kulak, front left, is congratulated after scoring against the Colorado ...

At Ball Arena on Thursday, January 16, the Colorado Avalanche and Edmonton Oilers -- led by Nathan MacKinnon and Leon Draisaitl, respectively -- will go head-to-head at 9:30 PM ET. Watch the action on ESPN as the Avalanche attempt to defeat the Oilers.

A heavyweight clash pits Edmonton against Colorado tonight, and despite no lack of star power, it's strong goaltending and airtight defense that has Neil Parker eyeing a low-scoring affair.

Prediction for the NHL Colorado Avalanche vs Edmonton Oilers match will occur on January 17. Who will turn out to be stronger? Check the team conditions! Several betting options are available.