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Following a heavy 5:1 defeat in Game 1, the Dallas Stars responded effectively by tightening up defensively and limiting the offensive threat of the Colorado Avalanche. The result was two consecutive overtime victories. Now the Colorado Avalanche are on the brink — another home loss would virtually end their hopes of progressing to the next round.
Colorado Avalanche
It would be inaccurate to say that the Colorado Avalanche have collapsed since their opening win. Offensively, the output has not been limited to the top line featuring Nathan MacKinnon. In Game 3, the second unit, led by Valeri Nichushkin, found the net. However, the standout performer for the team has been goaltender Mackenzie Blackwood. He cannot be held responsible for either defeat. Despite conceding three goals in Game 2, he recorded 35 saves, followed by another 26 in Game 3. Blackwood remains the primary concern for the Dallas Stars coaching staff — a remarkable turnaround considering goaltending was previously viewed as a major vulnerability for the squad.
Dallas Stars
The Dallas Stars have done well to limit the offensive threat of the Colorado Avalanche. However, their own attacking output has lacked potency. In Game 3 (2:1 OT), they scored the winner during a power play in the third period — making the most of just their third opportunity. During five-on-five situations, the Stars have struggled to break down the opposition, with only two of their five regulation-time goals in the series coming at even strength.
Colorado Avalanche vs Dallas Stars Prediction
The Colorado Avalanche cannot afford to lose another game on home ice and will surely approach this contest with urgency. A more disciplined and defensive display is expected. Given how much the Dallas Stars have struggled to generate offence throughout the series, it seems unlikely they will suddenly find a scoring touch in Game 4.
