Did the Avalanche Just Get the Best News of the Stanley Cup Playoffs?

Mike Evans and Will Petersen react to the only good news in Denver sports right now — the Dallas Stars have been eliminated. For the Avalanche, this is massive. Dallas has been their postseason kryptonite, a team that has pushed them around, frustrated them, and ended their runs.

Now?
The Avs avoid the one matchup they absolutely did not want.

Colorado will face a strong Minnesota Wild team, but it’s a matchup that feels far more manageable than another war with Dallas. The guys break down what this means for the Avs’ confidence, their path through the Western Conference, and how this changes the expectations for a deep run.

Is this the break the Avs needed
Does this open the door for another Cup push
And how does Colorado stack up against Minnesota compared to Dallas

Mike and Will set the table for Round 2 and explain why this might be the moment the Avs’ season truly takes off.

Why Dallas’ elimination is huge for the Avalanche

How the Avs match up with Minnesota vs. how they match up with Dallas

Why avoiding the Stars changes the entire playoff path

What this means for Colorado’s Cup chances

How the Avs’ confidence should shift heading into Round 2

What Minnesota does well — and where the Avs can exploit them

Why this might be the best news Denver sports has had in weeks

Avs fans — jump in the comments:
How big is avoiding Dallas for Colorado
Do you like the matchup with Minnesota
And does this change your expectations for a Cup run