The Colorado Avalanche are set to face the San Jose Sharks for the fifth time in team history. Currently, they’re split in the playoffs — having won two series and lost two. This one will provide the tipping point.
No pressure.
In truth, it doesn’t look like this Avs team is succumbing to any pressure. They slid into the playoffs at the 11th hour and promptly beat the Best in the West Calgary Flames. They’re young, they’re hip, and they like hanging out with each other:
In all seriousness, what I mean to say is the Avs players have no reason to feel undue pressure.