Avalanche Dominate Wild in Game 2, Take Commanding Lead in Western Conference Second Round The Colorado Avalanche are one step closer to advancing to the Western Conference Finals after a resounding 5-2 victory over the Minnesota Wild in Game 2 of their playoff series. Nathan MacKinnon spearheaded the Avalanche's offense, scoring a goal and adding two assists to his tally. The win gives Colorado a 2-0 lead in the series, putting immense pressure on the Wild to mount a comeback in Game 3. With their home crowd behind them, the Avalanche look poised to continue their dominant form against the Wild, who will need to regroup and refocus if they hope to stay in the series.
DENVER -- Nathan MacKinnon scored a goal and had two assists, and the Colorado Avalanche won 5-2 against the Minnesota Wild in Game 2 of the Western Conference Second Round at Ball Arena on Tuesday. ...