When the Carolina Hurricanes take on the Colorado Avalanche on Thursday at 7:00 PM ET, will Martin Necas light the lamp? Below, we analyze the numbers and trends you need to know before making any prop bets.

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Will Martin Necas score a goal against the Avalanche?

Odds to score a goal this game: +165 (Bet $10 to win $16.50 if he scores a goal)

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Necas stats and insights

• In 12 of 25 games this season, Necas has scored — and in one of those games he had multiple goals.
• In one game against the Avalanche this season, he has attempted two shots and scored one goal.
• On the power play he has six goals, plus 12 assists.
• Necas averages 2.5 shots per game, and has a shooting percentage of 21.0%.

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Avalanche defensive stats

• The Avalanche have conceded 97 goals in total (3.7 per game), which ranks 31st in the league in goals allowed.
• So far this season, the Avalanche have not secured a shutout victory. Their skaters are averaging 18.8 hits and 14.9 blocked shots per game.

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Necas recent games

Hurricanes vs. Avalanche game info

• Game Day: Thursday, December 5, 2024
• Game Time: 7:00 PM ET
• TV Channel: ESPN+
• Live Stream: Watch this game on ESPN+

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