I see Colorado winning this series, and ending it in six games, as the Avalanche have been one of the biggest surprise teams all season long. The defense of Colorado has been their key, and if they can get good quality goal tending they should be able to hold home ice and get through to the next round. Their defense was terrible on Thursday and they managed to get the win in OT.
Colorado had great success against Central teams, and the success will continue in this series as Minnesota hasn't been as tough as past teams. PLAY COLORADO here at home in game 2.