Avalanche's Shootout Saga: Stars Edge Out Colorado in Ball Arena Drama

The Colorado Avalanche, with a record of 2-0-1, faced off against the Dallas Stars, who boasted a 2-0-0 record. The game ended with the Stars clinching victory in a shootout at Ball Arena. The final score was 5-4.

First Period

The opening period saw the Dallas Stars take an early lead with one goal. Despite their efforts, the Avalanche couldn't find the back of the net during this period. The Avs' defense was tested as they faced 22 shots from their opponents throughout the game.

Second Period

Colorado came alive in the second period, scoring twice to level up with Dallas. Nathan MacKinnon and Martin Necas were instrumental for Colorado during this phase, each contributing significantly to keep their team competitive.

Third Period

In an intense third period, both teams added two goals each to their tally. Artturi Lehkonen made his mark by scoring one of these crucial goals for Colorado. However, despite matching Dallas goal-for-goal in regulation time and overtime combined (4 goals each), it wasn't enough to secure a win before heading into extra time.

Overtime and Shootout

Neither team managed to score during overtime which led them into a nail-biting shootout scenario where Dallas emerged victorious by netting two out of three attempts compared to Colorado's single successful shot out of three tries.

This encounter between these formidable teams showcased some remarkable plays that are sure highlights for fans who witnessed it live or through broadcasts on ESPN+ or ALT networks among others available options like KTVD channel locally within Denver area coverage zones too!

Looking ahead now towards next match-up scheduled against Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center located within city limits there; set date/time being October 13th starting around noon Eastern Daylight Time (12:30 PM EDT). Fans can catch all action via ESPN+, MSG-B TV network or ALT TV broadcast channels respectively depending upon regional availability preferences accordingly!

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