The Colorado Avalanche are still in the playoff hunt. In the penultimate game of the season, the Avalanche are still relevant.
Of course, with the Avs still being relevant, we’re faced with nerve-wracking hockey. Not only does every game for Colorado count, but we have to score-watch, too. The Avalanche are fighting with three other teams for three playoff berths. One will be left behind.
Truth be told, the Avs are only fighting with one other team — the St. Louis Blues. Either the Anaheim Ducks or the LA Kings will finish third in the Pacific Division, so both making the playoffs will not eliminate the Avs.