"Colorado's Cinderella Story Continues: Avalanche Face Off Against Wild in Western Conference Semifinals" The Colorado Avalanche, fresh off their stunning upset over the division-leading St. Louis Blues, are set to take on the Minnesota Wild in Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals. This series marks a rematch of last year's first-round matchup, which the Avalanche won in five games. As they look to advance to the conference finals for the first time since 2002, the Avalanche will be relying on their potent offense, led by reigning Hart Trophy winner Nathan MacKinnon, to outscore the Wild's stingy defense. With the series shifting to Xcel Energy Center in Minnesota, the Wild will be determined to capitalize on their home-ice advantage and send the Avalanche packing.
3 Things to Watch: Wild at Avalanche, Game 1 of Western Conference 2nd Round NHL.com
