The stage was set going into this pivotal match between the Calgary Flames and Colorado Avalanche, as the victor would take control and momentum into the back half of this series. In the second overtime game of the series, the Avalanche did just that as they erased a two goal deficit and grabbed a 3-2 win and a 3-1 series lead heading into game five in Calgary.
After the explosion of offense in game three, goals were again at a premium in this one. The first period concluded scoreless with a 15-13 shot advantage for the home team as both squads traded chances.