Story byJake TyeThu, December 11, 2025 at 2:28 AM UTC·2 min readThe Colorado Avalanche have stormed out of the gate this NHL season, dominating headlines and capturing the early-season spotlight. With impressive form and a stacked roster led by Nathan MacKinnon, the Avalanche are being heavily favored to win the President’s Trophy, currently sitting at -222 odds. For bettors seeking value, the Dallas Stars may be the team worth watching. Despite being overshadowed by the Avalanche, the Stars are just two points back in the standings. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementBoth teams have 21 wins, but Colorado edges ahead thanks to a couple of extra overtime losses, highlighting just how tight this race really is.