Game 1 Takeaways: Avalanche Capitalize on Lucky Bounces Against Stars

Luck can play a role in hockey. Sometimes, it`s as simple as a puck deflecting off a player`s skate and going into the net.

In a game filled with skilled players, it was ironic that the opening goal of the series between the Dallas Stars and Colorado Avalanche was a bizarre deflection that required multiple replays to understand.

Hockey can be unpredictable. In Game 1, the Avalanche benefited from this unpredictability, securing a 5-1 victory over the Stars. Nathan MacKinnon had a strong performance with two goals and an assist. Despite the score, the game was closer than it appeared. A scoreless and intense first period was followed by a similar second period, where the Avalanche took advantage of fortunate bounces to gain a 2-0 lead.

Let`s delve into the key takeaways from Game 1.