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Avalanche Host Kings in Denver in Matchup of NHL’s Top Defenses

Blackwood’s expected start for Colorado contrasts with Forsberg replacing the injured Kuemper.

Overview

  • Colorado enters on a seven-game winning streak and a 13-game home winning run, with a 15-0-2 record at Ball Arena this season.
  • The Avalanche have allowed 81 goals in 37 games, while the Kings are the only other team under 100 goals against at 92.
  • Nathan MacKinnon leads Colorado with 31 goals, 33 assists and 64 points, following a three-point night and shootout winner in a 6-5 victory at Vegas.
  • Jared Bednar adjusted his forwards, moving Gavin Brindley to the fourth line and restoring Jack Drury as the third-line center.
  • This is the second of three meetings this season after Colorado’s 4-1 win in the opener, with the rematch set for March 2 in Los Angeles.