Avalanche take COMPLETE control of the series, go up 3-0 over Kings | DNVR Avs Postgame

The DNVR Colorado Avalanche Podcast breaks down the Avalanche's 4-2 victory over the LA Kings, completing a 3-0 series sweep and advancing to the next round. Despite a lackluster performance—marked by poor puck management, questionable penalties, and a power play that went 0-for-9—the Avs showcased resilience, defensive grit, and clutch execution in the third period. Hosts highlight Scott Wedgwood’s stellar goaltending, Arturi Lekkonen’s shorthanded goal, and Kale McCarr’s long-awaited playoff goal as pivotal moments. The discussion centers on the team’s ability to win ugly, with a focus on depth contributions from the fourth line and the importance of avoiding complacency despite the commanding series lead. While concerns remain about the power play’s inefficiency and Josh Manson’s upper-body injury, the hosts emphasize that winning matters most, especially against a defensively-minded Kings team that thrives on tight, physical games. The episode ends with anticipation for Game 4, a potential series-closer in LA, and a nod to the poetic justice of Kopitar’s final game possibly being in his home arena.