Nichushkin and the Avalanche take the West in win over St. Louis Blues | DNVR Avalanche Postgame

The DNVR Colorado Avalanche Podcast recaps the Avalanche's 3-1 victory over the St. Louis Blues, which clinched the Western Conference and Central Division titles. The hosts celebrate the team's dominant defensive performance, particularly in the first two periods, where they limited St. Louis to just nine shots and two goals. Key highlights include Valeri Nichushkin’s two-goal night, including a memorable between-the-legs shorthanded goal, and Scott Wedgwood’s resilient performance after being hit hard in the crease, finishing the game despite apparent pain. The episode also addresses the injury to Nazem Kadri, who exited after one shift with an upper-body issue, though the team remains optimistic it’s precautionary. The hosts analyze the team’s strategic rest, potential lineup changes, and the importance of maintaining health as the playoffs approach. They praise the depth and adaptability of the defense, especially Brent Burns and Sam Malinsky stepping up in Kale McCarr’s absence, and express excitement for the upcoming playoff previews and the team’s potential path through the postseason.