It was the Colorado Avalanche's season in microcosm, Matt Duchene said. A poor start necessitating a furious finish against the Anaheim Ducks to stay alive in Colorado's desperate chase for the final playoff spot in the Western Conference. Duchene scored the winning goal and Reto Berra overcame a shaky first period to make 35 saves as the Avalanche came away with a 4-2 victory over the Ducks on Friday night to remain mathematically alive for another day. Read more http://espn.go.com/nhl/recap?gameId=400564844
