The Colorado Avalanche returned home after a disappointing five-game road trip in Canada where the team only earned two points from a possible 10. However, with a three-game home stand prior to the All-Star Game and another two at home after the break, the Avalanche look for redemption in front of the fans at Pepsi Center.
Playing against a Los Angeles Kings team that has struggled this season with a mere 42 points from 48 games, the Avalanche were in a strong position to get the home-ice victory. Moreover, this Avalanche team seems to love playing these early afternoon games as they carried a record of 5-1-1 last season in matinee contests.