Minneapolis (Minnesota) – The Colorado Avalanche only need one win in the NHL play-offs to qualify for the semi-finals. They won 5-2 at the Minnesota Wild on Monday and lead 3-1 in the best of seven series. Minnesota would now need three wins in a row against the best team of the regular season to make it to the semifinals. The Avalanche, however, could make their promotion clear on Thursday night in their home arena. (APA, May 12, 2026)
