"Wild Ride in the West: Avalanche Come From Behind to Take Game 1" In a shocking turn of events, the Colorado Avalanche staged an incredible comeback to defeat the Minnesota Wild 9-6 in Game 1 of their Western Conference semifinal series. Trailing by as many as three goals, the Avalanche demonstrated their resilience and determination, eventually outscoring the Wild 6-3 in the final two periods. The high-scoring affair marked just the 10th playoff game in NHL history with at least 15 combined goals, leaving fans on the edge of their seats. As the series shifts to Denver, the Avalanche will look to build on their momentum and take a 2-0 lead in the best-of-seven series.
In just the 10th playoff game in NHL history with at least 15 combined goals, the Colorado Avalanche overcame blowing a three-goal lead to defeat the short-handed Minnesota Wild 9-6 on Sunday in a wacky Game 1 of this Western Conference semifinal series.
