The set-up: Colorado has completely controlled the Blues offense through the first two games, and nothing is going to change here either. The Blues on the other hand are on the brink, and they'll be risking life and limb getting into shooting and passing lanes trying to avoid the sweep. Situationally, this one sets up beautifully as a lower-scoring affair.

The pick: But also note that St. Louis has seen the total go "under" in eight of its last 12 after three or more straight losses in a row. This number is high for sure in my opinion considering all of the above listed information.

This is a 10* TOTAL COACHES CORNER on the UNDER Avs/Blues.