# The Last Day of the Regular Season Will Decide the Avalanche Round 1 Opponent

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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: 2026-04-16T04:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-avalanche/
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## Resource

The Colorado Avalanche face playoff uncertainty as the Pacific Division chaos intensifies—will it be the Kings, Ducks, or Oilers in Round 1? Chris Micieli and Zach Pearson break down wild tiebreaker scenarios, analyze key matchups, and weigh which opponent gives the Avalanche the best path forward. Is facing Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers the greatest risk, or do the Los Angeles Kings present a more favorable showdown? Listener questions spark spirited debate about Dallas Stars, Minnesota Wild, and “Cup or bust” mentalities, plus a heated comparison between Mikko Rantanen and Martin Nečas following their blockbuster swap. The episode also features bold predictions for the NHL playoffs, insights into Stanley Cup threats from the Eastern Conference like the Carolina Hurricanes and Tampa Bay Lightning, and a dose of locker room stories and fan humor. Are the Avalanche primed for a deep run—or will playoff surprises upend expectations?

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