The Tampa Bay Lightning’s impressive series streak is over, their attempt at a dynasty has fallen short, and the Colorado Avalanche are once again Stanley Cup champions, after a 20-year wait. After dropping a chance to win it at home in Game 5, the Avalanche claimed a record-tying 10th comeback win, taking Game 6 by a score of 2-1 in Tampa.
The Avalanche looked like the best team most of this season — and most of last season, too — so it’s fitting they finally put it together after all their ups and downs.