In a thrilling matchup, the Colorado Avalanche have taken a stranglehold on their Western Conference second-round series against the Minnesota Wild, extending their lead to take a commanding 3-1 advantage. With their sights set on a Stanley Cup championship, the Avalanche have been on a tear, riding the hot hand of their star players to outscore their opponents and outmaneuver them on the ice. Led by the dominant play of Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar, the Avalanche have been nearly unstoppable, leaving the Wild reeling in their wake. Can the Wild mount a dramatic comeback or will the Avalanche's momentum prove too much to overcome?
Stanley Cup Playoffs Playback: Avalanche extend lead on Wild in West 2nd Round NHL.com
