Avalanche stunned, swept by Golden Knights following 2-1 Game 4 defeat
The Colorado Avalanche's season came to a shocking and definitive end against the Vegas Golden Knights.
Whose playoff performance is more disappointing: Nuggets or Avalanche?
Which playoff series was more disappointing, the Colorado Avalanche vs. Las Vegas or the Denver Nuggets loss to the Timberwolves?
Avalanche at Golden Knights: Props for MacKinnon, Lehkonen, Toews
Given how tightly contested the moneyline is, exploring the prop options provides a more measured way to approach the game.
Strike 1: What if the thing the Avs are missing isn’t on the ice?
The Avalanche's poor showing in the Western Conference Finals is about more than just the absence of a single outstanding player.
Avalanche surrender three-goal lead to Golden Knights in 5-3 collapse
The Avs had four power-play opportunities and went 0-for-4 as the Golden Knights roared back at home.
Avalanche at Golden Knights: Preview and best bet for WCF Game 3
Despite trailing in the series, Colorado has consistently driven play and dominated the shot count.
Avalanche at Golden Knights: Props for Nichushkin, Toews, Landeskog
The Avalanche will need to funnel pucks toward the net for deflections and second-chance opportunities.
Avalanche in a 2-0 hole to Golden Knights after 3-1 loss in Game 2
Vegas executed their game plan, while the Colorado looked unusually passive after taking a 1-0 lead into the final frame.
Avalanche vs. Knights: player props for MacKinnon, Lehkonen and Toews
Since Vegas actively clogs passing lanes, Colorado will need their defensemen to funnel pucks toward the net from the point.
Avalanche vs. Golden Knights: Game 2 Betting Preview
Without defenseman Cale Makar for a second straight game, the Avs suddenly find themselves without much wiggle room in the series.
Avalanche stifled in Game 1 by Golden Knights in 4-2 home loss
After falling in Game 1, Colorado must recalibrate for Game 2 – and getting Cale Makar back in the lineup would certainly help.
Strike 2: Tortorella, Golden Knights aren’t afraid of the Avalanche
John Tortorella’s pedal-to-the-metal coaching style has rubbed off on a veteran-laden, dangerous Vegas team.
Avalanche vs. Golden Knights: Top player props for MacKinnon, Lehkonen
Nathan MacKinnon consistently breaks down set defenses with his speed and vision, with or without teammate Cale Makar on the ice.
Avalanche vs. Golden Knights: Preview and picks for WCF Game 1
Avalanche coach Jared Bednar announced that superstar defenseman Cale Makar would miss Game 1 and is 'day-to-day' due to injury.
Avalanche claim series over Wild in OT after erasing 3-goal deficit
Goaltender Scott Wedgewood entered in relief to start the second period and gave the Avs a chance to complete a rousing comeback.
Colorado Avalanche Game 5 player props: Best bets against the Wild
The Avs' Martin Necas shows vision in transition, and his top-tier speed through the neutral zone creates odd-man opportunities.
Avalanche vs. Wild: Game 5 preview and best bets for Wednesday
The Avs' power play — which disappointed for most of the regular season — has converted on 5 of 12 (42%) chances against the Wild…
Bednar’s 'gamble' on Blackwood was no panic move
In his return to the starter's role in Game 4 against the Wild, Mackenzie Blackwood was sensational.
Mackenzie Blackwood proved Jared Bednar right with great Game 4
Mackenzie Blackwood proved Jared Bednar right as the Avs coach played his backup goaltender and it paid off.
Avalanche claw their way back in Game 4 win to claim 3-1 series lead
The Colorado Avalanche used an explosive third period to overtake the Minnesota Wild and claim a commanding, 3-1 series lead.
Avalanche Game 4 player props: Best bets against the Wild
The Wild have a talented defense, but their penalty kill has given the Avalanche plenty of high-value opportunities.
Avalanche at Wild: Game 4 preview and best bets for Monday
The overall scoring margin of 15-13 in Colorado's favor doesn't fully reflect the Avalanche's control of the series.
Avalanche Game 3 player props: Best bets against the Wild
The Avalanche have generated more than 30 shots per game while shooting 14.3%, making their props worth a close look on Saturday.
Avalanche at Wild: Game 3 preview and best bets for 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.