Avalanche have 3 things to figure out against Penguins

The Colorado Avalanche host the Pittsburgh Penguins at Ball Arena on Friday night, facing key tactical and lineup challenges. Playing their third game in four nights following a shootout loss to the Dallas Stars, Colorado looks to rebound while managing potential fatigue. The matchup provides an early test of the team's depth and adaptability against a Penguins squad seeking their own turnaround.

Nestor Quixtan highlights three key areas for the Avalanche, starting with Brett McLean taking over the power play after Dave Hakstol's departure. Additionally, head coach Jared Bednar must resolve goaltending selections between Mackenzie Blackwood and Scott Wedgewood, while forward injuries to Nicolas Roy, Logan O'Connor, and Zachary L'Heureux may open up expanded ice time for Gavin Brindley.