With a stunning 5-1 victory over the Dallas Stars, the Avalanche have set the tone for the series, showcasing their prowess on the ice. Key players like Mackenzie Blackwood delivered a stellar performance, leaving fans and analysts buzzing about his potential impact throughout the playoffs.

This episode breaks down the Avalanche's strategic gameplay. The discussion also covers the Stars' struggles, including lack of prodcution from their stars like Jamie Benn and Mikko Rantanen and how with injures to key players, the Avalanche need to take advantage of the games they will miss.

Tune in to explore the Avalanche's path to success and discover how they plan to tackle upcoming challenges. Don't miss out on this engaging analysis of the NHL playoff landscape.

0:00 Intro: Avalanche win Game 1 against Stars

5:23 Blackwood's stellar playoff debut performance

10:24 Dallas' best shot was nothing Avs couldn't handle

15:49 Avalanche's surprising physical play and hits

19:33 Mackenzie Blackwood phenomenal

24:48 Ice conditions and equipment issues

33:38 Sound check: Playoff-themed song selections

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