WTPU: Avalanche lineup changes secure Game 4 victory over Wild
The Avs needed to bounce back from a Game 3 loss and they did. How a few lineup changes made the difference.
The Avs needed to bounce back from a Game 3 loss and they did. How a few lineup changes made the difference.
In his return to the starter's role in Game 4 against the Wild, Mackenzie Blackwood was sensational.
Mackenzie Blackwood proved Jared Bednar right as the Avs coach played his backup goaltender and it paid off.
The Colorado Avalanche used an explosive third period to overtake the Minnesota Wild and claim a commanding, 3-1 series lead.
The Avs' fourth line has been consistent, unlike the series against the Wild. Why it has been used as an example?
The Wild have a talented defense, but their penalty kill has given the Avalanche plenty of high-value opportunities.
The overall scoring margin of 15-13 in Colorado's favor doesn't fully reflect the Avalanche's control of the series.
The Avs fell short in Game 3 losing 5-1 to the Wild. What went wrong in "Wake the Puck Up."
The Colorado Avalanche controlled Game 2 vs. Minnesota Wild, and if they play like that, they'll win the series and Stanley Cup.
The Avalanche have generated more than 30 shots per game while shooting 14.3%, making their props worth a close look on Saturday.
Standing at a perfect 6-0 in the playoffs, the Avalanche have steamrolled their way into a 2-0 series lead over the Wild.
Ross Colton admitted he wasn't happy being scratched the first two games of the playoffs. But what he did about it is so him.
Game 2 was quite different from Game 1 and the Avalanche are now up 2-0 in the second round series of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
The Colorado Avalanche played a well-structured game to take control of the second round series over the Minnesota Wild.
Fifteen goals were scored in an unusual Game 1 between the Avalanche and Wild. How the Avs earned the win in "Wake the Puck Up."