April is the best and worst month for hockey fans around the globe, with the sights of the Stanley Cup Playoffs looming ever larger. For the Colorado Avalanche, it is an expectation to make the dance every year.
But, the opponents never are the same. The Avs have faced 10 different opponents in their seven-year run of postseason performances, with only repeat matchups against the St. Louis Blues and Nashville Predators. Hence, who could they face in the first round?
St. Louis Blues (75 GP, 40-31-8, 84 pts)
Seven Games Remaining: @ Predators, @ Sharks, @ Ducks, vs.