Avalanche-Golden Knights game 1 free livestream: How to watch NHL Playoffs today, TV, time

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Postseason momentum

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The Avalanche have been a force to be reckoned with this postseason, sporting an impressive 8-1 record and riding a two-game winning streak heading into this matchup. All eyes will be on star forward Nathan MacKinnon, who has paced the squad with 13 points and seven goals throughout the playoffs, to anchor the offense tonight.

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Vegas looks to strike

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On the other side of the ice, the Golden Knights are entering this series opener following a hard-fought 4-2 series victory against the Anaheim Ducks. Vegas will look for a spark from forward Mitch Marner, whose 18 postseason points demonstrate his ability to control the game and provide critical offensive production.

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