Can the Avalanche Bounce Back After Narrow Loss to Coyotes?
The Colorado Avalanche, with a record of 21-15-6, faced off against the Arizona Coyotes, who held a 20-22-5 record. In a closely contested match at Mullett Arena, the final score read 5-4 in favor of the home team.
The game began with an evenly matched first period as the Avalanche managed to put one past the Coyotes' goaltender. However, it was during the second period that Colorado truly showcased their offensive capabilities by netting three additional goals. The team's shooting accuracy was evident as they scored four goals from just 24 shots on goal, translating to a remarkable shooting percentage of 17 percent. Their powerplay unit capitalized on opportunities by scoring two goals during man advantages.
Colorado's playmakers were active throughout, contributing eight assists and totaling twelve points for their efforts on offense. Faceoffs were another area where they excelled; winning 30 out of 52 draws gave them possession control at critical moments in the game.
Despite these impressive statistics and leading in hits with a total of thirty-three compared to Arizona's twenty-five, Colorado could not maintain their lead. The Coyotes clawed back into contention over time and ultimately secured victory through an overtime goal after both teams failed to score in regulation third period.
On defense and between the pipes for Colorado was both resilience and challenge; while they blocked fifteen shots and had their goalie save twenty-two out of twenty-seven shots faced – reflecting an even-strength save percentage rounded up to one hundred percent – it wasn't enough to stave off Arizona's persistent attack which resulted in five goals against.
Looking ahead for fans of the Avalanche is an away game against St. Louis Blues at Enterprise Center scheduled for December 29th at 7:00 PM Central Time Zone (CT). This matchup can be viewed nationally on ESPN+ or locally via ALT2 channel number 681-1 or BSMW channel number 671 for those following from home territories respectively.