Colorado Avalanche clinched the Central Division and Western Conference's top seed with a 3-1 win over the St. Louis Blues. Coach Jared Bednar emphasized urgency: "We're not all the way there yet." This marks their third division title in five seasons, following a 2022 Stanley Cup run. Goaltender Scott Wedgewood highlighted home-ice advantages, noting their dominance on the road (27-7-5) versus home (24-9-5). President's Trophy remains within reach, which would secure playoff home games.

Bednar urged consistency in final games after recent fluctuations, while Wedgewood praised the team's relentless hunger. "It's a great group," he said, crediting their playoff-ready intensity.