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Vegas Dominates Colorado: Avalanche Face 3-0 Deficit

27 May

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Summary

MacKinnon possibly playing limited minutes after knee injury.
Avalanche trail Vegas 3-0 in the Western Conference Final.
No team has overcome a 3-0 deficit in conference finals history.

Vegas Dominates Colorado: Avalanche Face 3-0 Deficit

The Colorado Avalanche, who led the league in the regular season, are facing a daunting 3-0 deficit in the Western Conference Final against the Vegas Golden Knights. Adding to their woes, star forward Nathan MacKinnon sustained a knee injury during Game 2, and his availability for future games is uncertain, though coach Jared Bednar indicated he would play in any capacity possible.

Historically, teams that have taken a 3-0 lead in the conference finals or league semifinals have never lost the series. Of the 49 previous instances, 47 ended in six games or fewer. Only four teams in any playoff round have ever erased a 3-0 deficit. The Avalanche, seeking their first Stanley Cup since 1996, must overcome these odds while potentially playing without a fully healthy MacKinnon.

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