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sports2 years ago

Mikko Rantanen Fires Back at Criticism, Breaks Slump

Colorado Avalanche winger Mikko Rantanen responds to criticism from Artturi Lehkonen's father, Ismo Lehkonen, after scoring a goal and three points in a 6-5 win against the Calgary Flames. Rantanen states that if you talk negatively about him, it will come back at you. Ismo Lehkonen had questioned Rantanen's performance and training in an interview with Yle Uutiset. Rantanen's strong performance helps the Avalanche end a slump and earns praise from coach Jared Bednar.

sports2 years ago

"Lehkonen's Recovery and Prosvetov's Brilliance Propel Avalanche to Victory over Flames"

The Colorado Avalanche secured a 3-1 victory over the Calgary Flames, with standout performances from goaltender Ivan Prosvetov and forward Artturi Lehkonen's return to the team after being out with a neck injury. Coach Jared Bednar praised Prosvetov's outstanding game and highlighted Lehkonen's progress in his recovery. Bednar also discussed the team's improved overall play and the importance of players like Jonathan Drouin, Nathan MacKinnon, and Valeri Nichushkin finding their rhythm.

sports2 years ago

Avalanche even series with Game 2 win over Kraken.

The Colorado Avalanche bounced back from their game one loss to beat the Seattle Kraken 3-2 in game two. Evan Rodrigues had a standout performance, winning possession back for the game-winning goal and outmuscling the Kraken all night long. Artturi Lehkonen was elevated to the top line and proved his worth with a deflection goal. The Avalanche struggled in the first period but improved as the game went on, winning 55% of face-offs and scoring two goals directly off face-off wins. Lars Eller suffered a hard hit and may have sustained an injury. Devon Toews redeemed himself with a great breakout pass and the game-winning goal.