Mile High Sports Avalanche beat reporter Aarif Deen talks Taylor Hall getting pulled from the game before the opening faceoff in Denver last Friday. Also, Colorado’s recent hot stretch, loss in St. Louis, Pavel Francouz’s play, Gabe Landeskog’s struggles and more with Avalanche Talk host J.J. Jerez.
Avalanche Talk: The Taylor Hall whirlwind and Francouz’s rise to stardom
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Dec 13, 2019; Denver, CO, USA; Detailed view of the back of Colorado Avalanche goaltender Pavel Francouz (39) during the third period against the New Jersey Devils ay the Pepsi Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports