The view from Colorado

Denver Post

Semyon Varlamov has 32 saves in Avalanche win over Kings

“After suffering their fourth shutout loss of the season against Boston on Sunday, the Avs had a prime chance to open the scoring against the Kings, when they were on the power play for over seven minutes of the first period… But it didn’t turn out to be costly, since the Avalanche scored twice in a span of 22 seconds early in the second to take a 2-0 lead.”

SB Nation: Mile High Hockey

Avalanche wrap up home stand with 4-1 victory over Kings

“Despite the Kings’ best efforts, Semyon Varlamov and the Avalanche defense would prove to be too much, keeping LA off the board for the remainder of the game.”

BSN Denver

Patrick Wiercioch seizes opportunity, kick starts Avalanche offense

“[Wiercioch’s] goal was a big lift for the Avalanche, who entered the game dead last in the NHL in goals for. 22 seconds later, the Avalanche would make it 2-0 and were on their way to a 4-1 win over a stout Kings team.”

Avs Game 15 Grades – Shutdown Kings

“It seems to me like Varly is turning a bit of a corner and gaining some momentum in net. He made some huge saves just prior to the Kings only goal, which he didn’t have much of a chance on.”

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