Boston has some key injuries with Patrice Bergeron and David Backes out. But I want the Bruins going for me in this short revenge spot.

Colorado is off to a suprising 2-1 start after finishing with the fewest points last season. The Avalanche upset the Bruins, 4-0, at Boston two days ago.

The Bruins went through a rigorous practice on Tuesday and won't lack motivation. Bruce Cassidy is cracking the whip and the Bruins usually are solid on the road. They've also won nine of their last 11 games versus Western Conference foes of which Colorado is the worst.

The Avalanche hasn't looked that good, especially defensively, despite their winning record. They've received outstanding goaltending from Semyon Varlamov to help them out.

Colorado is 6-21 following a victory and has lost 35 of its last 51 home contests. Boston has beaten the Avalanche five of the last six times in Colorado.