Matt Duchene has six goals in his last five games, and is now tied with Jarome Iginla with a team-leading seven:
BOSTON — The Avalanche improved to 2-7-1 in one-goal games with Thursday’s 3-2 triumph against the Bruins. Suddenly, the Avs are controlling play and outshooting teams. Coming off Tuesday’s 4-0 win at Philly, Colorado outshot Boston 10-7 in the third period and 30-27 for the game. Evolving game story here.
“Things happen quick and I know I’ve been there. I know he didn’t mean it and I don’t think he’s a dirty player.