Avs-Wild Playoff Opener Delivers Goal Fest

The Avalanche and Wild kick off their playoff series with a barnburner that has scouts buzzing about the offensive firepower on display. Colorado's speed meets Minnesota's grit in a first-round clash where both teams trade chances like it's a shooting gallery. With key players pushing the pace early, this game sets the tone for a series that could expose weaknesses in tired defenses as the playoffs grind on.