Avalanche search for off-season answers after Vegas sweep
The Colorado Avalanche faced a disappointing end to their season after being swept by the Vegas Golden Knights in the Western Conference final. Players expressed feelings of disappointment and frustration, with some suggesting that changes may be necessary for the team moving forward. Despite the loss, there is a belief among some players that the core group should remain intact for future seasons.
- ▪The Avalanche were the Presidents' Trophy winners but were swept in the playoffs by the Golden Knights.
- ▪Colorado's power play struggled throughout the series, going 1 for 10 against Vegas.
- ▪Coach Jared Bednar's future is uncertain as discussions about potential changes to the coaching staff and roster arise.
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Open this photo in gallery:Vegas Golden Knights players celebrate as Colorado Avalanche centre Nathan MacKinnon (29) skates by at the end of Game 4 of the Western Conference final on Tuesday in Las Vegas.John Locher/The Associated PressShareSave for laterPlease log in to bookmark this story.Log InCreate Free AccountCaptain Gabriel Landeskog explained the collapse as an “empty feeling.” Defenceman Cale Makar described it as “tough,” while Logan O’Connor was even more direct about the season’s end.“Feels like a waste, to be honest,” the Colorado Avalanche forward said.The emotions were bitter and raw in the aftermath of the Presidents’ Trophy winners being swept by Vegas. The speed of the Avalanche – their trademark – was neutralized by the Golden Knights in the Western Conference final.
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