# Nathan MacKinnon Won't Be Welcomed In Minnesota

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Podcast: [Locked On Avalanche - Daily Podcast On The Colorado Avalanche](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-avalanche-daily-podcast-on-the-colorado-avalanche-98533)
Published: 2026-05-07T04:00:00+00:00
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Colorado Avalanche tighten their grip on the series as Nathan MacKinnon becomes public enemy number one in Minnesota. After surging to a 2-0 series lead, MacKinnon’s physical play—highlighted by controversial hits on Matt Boldy and Quinn Hughes—has Wild fans fuming and sets the stage for a hostile showdown as the series shifts to Minnesota. Can the Avalanche maintain their momentum and deliver the knockout blow, or will the Wild spark a comeback on home ice? Chris Micieli and Zach Pearson break down Scott Wedgwood’s resilient bounce-back in net, the Avalanche’s balanced scoring attack, and the rising stakes for Game 3. The episode also spotlights Brock Nelson’s surprise Selkie Trophy nomination, the drama of the NHL Draft Lottery with the Toronto Maple Leafs shocking luck, and how the newly finalized $104M salary cap could impact Colorado’s offseason plans. Get the latest Avalanche insights, playoff drama, and award-season surprises in this action-packed analysis.

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