"Hockey's Top Teams Take a Break: Avalanche and Hurricanes Breeze Through Opening Round. The Colorado Avalanche and Carolina Hurricanes have secured their spots in the next round of the NHL playoffs, leaving fans and opponents alike to wonder what's next. After dominating their respective opponents in the opening round, these powerhouse teams have earned a well-deserved respite from the intense action. But don't expect them to rest on their laurels for too long - the real challenge lies ahead, and these teams will be looking to maintain their momentum as they gear up for the next round of competition."
Avalanche and Hurricanes sit back and wait, maybe for a while, after sweeps in opening round New Haven Register
