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Ross Colton’s clutch goal propels Avalanche into potential clincher against Minnesota Wild in Game 5

Colorado Springs Gazette·Evan Rawal [email protected]·20 days ago
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ST. PAUL, Minn. — Ross Colton didn’t hide his feelings in Los Angeles after spending the first two games of round one in the press box. Rather than sulk and feel sorry for himself, he’s found a way to use that energy for good. And on Monday night, he was one of the heroes for the Avalanche. “I thought Colton had a great night,” coach Jared Bednar said after Colorado’s 5-2 win over the Minnesota Wild in Game 4, a victory that gave the Avalanche a 3-1 series lead. “That’s one of the best games I’ve seen him play in a long time. Give him credit.” The Avalanche host the Wild at Ball Arena in Game 5 at 6 p.m. Wednesday. Minnesota Wild goaltender Jesper Wallstedt (30) stops a shot by Colorado Avalanche center Ross Colton (20) during the second period of Game 4 in a second-round playoff series Monday in St. Paul, Minn. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr) Colton kick-started Colorado’s offense in the third period, sneaking away from his man in front of the net and finding a soft spot in the defense.…

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