WASHINGTON -- The Colorado Avalanche are in last place in the Central Division, but they have a little reason for optimism after recording a 2-1 victory over the defending Stanley Cup champion Penguins in Pittsburgh on Monday night.
"Gutsy. Liked it," Colorado coach Jared Bednar said after the win, his team's second straight.
The Avalanche will carry that momentum into a game against the Capitals in Washington on Tuesday.
The Capitals have the Avalanche to thank for helping spark their own resurgence, especially on offense this season.
After the Avalanche (14-13-2) blasted the Capitals 6-2 at home on Nov.