Nelson was whistled for tripping Gritsyuk 7:28 into the frame, but the Avalanche’s penalty kill held firm. With just under six minutes remaining, Luke Hughes was sent off for tripping Necas, who crashed hard into the boards and was slow to rise — though he remained in the game. Once again, Colorado failed to capitalize on the man advantage.

Some ski areas haven't even opened for the ski season, and the first skier-triggered avalanche has already occurred