Game 14 for the Colorado Avalanche was about as forgetful as they get. Outshot 46-25 by San Jose (12 for the Avs in the 3rd) the Avalanche were never able to get their offense going, and they were the losers in puck possesion once again. Now it may only seem like one blunder, but the Avs have been playing dangerous hockey through the first fourteen games and should consider themselves very lucky to be 10-2-2. Battling injuries and inexperience the Avs are going to have the pressure the 'Nucks hard on sunday night and abuse former Avalanche goalie Andrew Raycroft to start up a new string of wins. The Avalanche will most definitely need to improve their game if they want to keep their place amoung the top of the NW Division.
Top Avs Performers:
-Matt Duchene: 1 goal (SH)
-Adam Foote: 1 assist
-Craig Anderson: 43/46 SVs
Notes:
*Todays game was the third time the Avs have allowed 40+ shots
*Peter Budaj will likely get the start against his former backup, who is now with the 'Nucks, Sunday.
*Avs were dominated in the FO circle losing 39 and winning only 24 FO
*Avs were 0-5 on the PP and are 0 for their last 12
**UPDATE: Anderson will start game 15 vs Vancouver. After the loss to SJS I believe Coach Sacco wants to put out the team that gives the Avs the best chance to win.
3 Stars:
1. Ryane Clowe (SJS)
2. Patrick Marleau (SJS)
3. Craig Anderson (COL)
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