Denver enters as the clear favorite — ranked #2 nationally in overall efficiency vs. #63 for Alas. Anchorage.
Offensively, Denver has the upper hand (OE #7 vs. #63).
Denver's defense is elite — top-1 nationally, allowing just 2.09 goals per game.
Schedule context: Denver has faced tougher competition (SOS #16) than Alas. Anchorage (SOS #43).