The Colorado Avalanche took the short trip to Anaheim to take on the Ducks and get back to their winning ways after the 4-2 loss to the Kings. With Martin Kaut seeing his first start of the season and Jared Bednar returning to a more traditional 12 forward, six defenseman line configuration for the second game in a back-to-back for the Avalanche. This would prove wise, as Colorado did not experience the late-game fade that proved so costly in Los Angeles and outlast the Ducks in overtime to take a 3-2 victory.
First Period
Coach Bednar opens the game with the Nazem Kadri line in a game that sees the team return to a 12 forward, six defenseman lineup with the inclusion of Kaut.