The Nashville Predators have a 2-0 series lead despite not playing their best hockey.  Nashville defeated the Avalanche in Game 1 (5-2) and Game 2 (5-4) but were not satisfied with their play. -Predators Head To Colorado.

As the team heads to Colorado, they are quickly reminded how things can turn quick in the playoffs.  The team feel was to elevate expectations and not get comfortable with a lead.

Predators Head To Colorado

The Nashville Predators found themselves in Colorado’s situation last year being the last seed in the play offs.  The Preds recognize this all to well as the Avalanche will look to bounce back quick at home with their playoff life on the line.

“You have to recognize [the situation they’re in] and be ready to play,” Predators Head Coach Peter Laviolette said. “The minute you start to feel good or think things are going your way, that’s usually when you get beat. Part of it is just recognizing it’s not that you can’t win and you can’t be successful, but you’ve got to understand where your opponents at, got to understand where we need to be at [tonight]. If we can recognize those things, then we can find success.”

Predators Head To Colorado

Colorado fans will likely come out strong to get their team back in it and Nashville expects nothing less. Look for Nashville to start with high intensity to take the fans out of the game.

Though the Preds have a 2-0 lead, the stakes are just as high for Nashville in Game 3.  Injuries play a big part in post season play as the next four games could always be your last.  The Predators can only benefit with a 4-0 sweep of the Avalanche.

The Nashville Predators look for their third straight win in Colorado Monday night in what will certainly be a hostile environment.

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