In Edmonton, the Colorado Avalanche’s Nathan MacKinnon scored late in the third period on Saturday, to tie the Oilers, 1-1, and force extra time and skills competition. MacKinnon also had the only strike in the skills portion of the evening’s … Continue reading
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Avs win over Pens, clinch playoff berth
In Pittsburgh, the visiting Colorado Avalanche defeated the Penguins on Tuesday, 6-4. With the win, the Avs clinched a playoff berth in the Western Conference. “We have a talented group, right? High expectations,” Avalanche coach Jared Bednar said. “It’s hard … Continue reading
Avs edge Penguins, 3-2, on late Toews goal
In Denver, Devon Toews scored the game-winner on Saturday, in the 16th minute of the third period to give the Colorado Avalanche a 3-2 won over the Pittsburgh Penguins. “It’s kind of simple hockey, and I don’t know if he … Continue reading
Avs get past Sharks, 4-2
In Denver, the Colorado Avalanche scored twice, late in the third period, to snap a 2-2 tie with the San Jose Sharks and win, 4-2. Mikko Rantanen broke the tie at 12:17 of the frame. “Mikko, he got better as … Continue reading
Avs edge Flames, 2-1
In Calgary, the Colorado Avalanche’s Valeri Nichushkin hit for a pair of power-play goals on Tuesday to lead the Avs to a 2-1 win over the Flames. “Great win. Gutsy win by our group,” Colorado coach Jared Bednar said. “I … Continue reading
Canucks end slide with 3-1 win over Avalanche
In Denver, the Vancouver Canucks waited until the third period to break out the offense and defeated the Avalanche, 3-1, on Wednesday night. Jaroslav Halak made 32 saves in the Canucks win. “It’s always nice to get a win in … Continue reading
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