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Avalanche and Stars Trade Chances in a Chippy First Period as Colorado Strikes First in the Second

The Colorado Avalanche and Dallas Stars delivered a hard-fought clash in their home-and-home series, with Colorado securing a 3-2 victory in Game 2 at Ball Arena. The win came after a physical first period that saw both teams trade chances, while the Avalanche broke the deadlock in the second.

Mackenzie Blackwood made 24 saves to anchor the defense, while Martin Necas scored twice to lead Colorado’s offensive push. The game featured notable physicality, including Roope Hintz’s first career fight, but the Avalanche’s power-play execution proved decisive.

The series marks a key early-season test for both teams, with Colorado looking to build momentum after a tough start to the season without key player Cale Makar. Dallas, meanwhile, faces challenges after dropping their first matchup against their Central Division rivals.

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