The stage is set for the NHL's Western Conference finals. The Avalanche and Golden Knights, both of whom were division winners in the regular season, are each four wins away from a spot in the 2026 Stanley Cup Final.
After winning the Presidents’ Trophy, Colorado has been cruising during the playoffs. The Avs quickly swept the Kings in the first round and took down a talented Wild team in five games in round two. They’ve outscored their opponents 37–23 during the postseason and have only surrendered more than three goals in two of their nine games.
