Here are some observations as well as some paranoia:
Avs have been playing desperate hockey since late February and I think their mindset is still in this mode.
Conversely, Calgary comes in resting players since they clinched against the Sharks and the losing to the Ducks and Oil in ugly, albeit meaningless games, other than gaining some momentum.
Grubauer has been standing on his head and could be a difference maker.
Smith scares me and really has Peters committed to playing him, when Rittich is a better choice as a starter for several reasons including he's just better suited to beat the Avs. Positioning is stronger, doesn't need to over play the puck as the Avs typically carry the puck and are not a dump and chase team.
Calgary's power play is ice cold and special teams are huge come playoffs.
I will be at Game 3 in the lower bowl. We have a chance of acquiring some rinkside seats for a decent price.
Calgary needs to get the power play going and start Rittich...
If those two things happen, Calgary takes it in 5 games. If not, it could be an early and regrettable exit.
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