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June 3, 2022

By: Carlos Alvarez

Avalanche Bury Oilers With Pavel Francouz’s Game 2 Shutout (4-0); Lead Series (2-0)

After an eight-goal scoring flurry in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals, the Avalanche proved their power again in Game 2 over the Oilers. Backup goaltender Pavel Francouz — taking the place of injured Darcy Keumper — claimed his first-career playoff shutout with 24 saves as the Avs ripped off three goals in the 2nd period and extended their lead in the series to 2-0. The goals came from Artturi Lehkonen, Josh Ranson, Miko Rantanen and Nathan MacKinnon.

 

Snowing No Mercy

Colorado is now 10-2 in the postseason with a +22 goal advantage. If one of the four remaining teams in the Stanley Cup Playoffs looks untouchable, it’s the Avs.

 

Watch: Avalanche Shut Out Oilers in Game 2 (4-0)

Tonight’s Schedule

Gm 2: Lightning at Rangers (8:00 pm ET)

 

Additional Storylines

SportsNet: Oilers Have No Answer for Avalanche in Game 2

USA Today: Avalanche Score 3 Goals on 3 Straight Shots in Shut Out Oilers for 2-0 Lead

 

Photo: Harry How / Getty Images