Avalanche Dominate Wild 5-2, Take 3-1 Series Lead
Avalanche bounce back to beat Wild, go up 3-1
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The Colorado Avalanche defeated the Minnesota Wild 5-2 in Game 4 of the playoffs, taking a 3-1 lead in the series. Ross Colton and Parker Kelly scored crucial third-period goals, while goalie Mackenzie Blackwood made 19 saves, helping the Avalanche edge closer to the Western Conference finals.
- 01Colorado Avalanche scored five goals, with Ross Colton and Parker Kelly netting their first postseason goals.
- 02Mackenzie Blackwood made 19 saves in his first start of the playoffs.
- 03Nazem Kadri scored on a power play, contributing to the Avalanche's offensive surge.
- 04Minnesota Wild's Nico Sturm tied the game briefly with his first postseason goal.
- 05Avalanche can clinch the series in Game 5 on Wednesday in Denver.
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In a decisive Game 4, the Colorado Avalanche defeated the Minnesota Wild 5-2, taking a commanding 3-1 lead in their playoff series. Ross Colton and Parker Kelly scored their first goals of the postseason in the third period, helping the Avalanche bounce back after a disappointing Game 3 loss. Goalie Mackenzie Blackwood made 19 saves in his first start, providing a solid performance after stepping in for Scott Wedgewood. Nazem Kadri added a power-play goal in the second period, while Nathan MacKinnon and Brock Nelson sealed the win with empty-net goals. The Wild's Nico Sturm managed to tie the game at 2-2 with his first postseason goal, but the Avalanche's offense proved too strong. The team, known for leading the NHL in goals during the regular season, is now just one win away from advancing to the Western Conference finals, with Game 5 scheduled for Wednesday in Denver.
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The Avalanche's win puts them one game away from the Western Conference finals, increasing excitement among fans and boosting local support for the team.
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