The Blues are at home, and undoubtedly stirred up by the questionable hit on Binnington. Husso is back in the net, and while he shone in the regular season, he hasn't shown as well in the playoffs. The Blues will be fired up, but are in a precarious position, and will need to focus on the game. Kadre will be a target today, but like him or not, he has been a force and a distraction in this series.

The Avalanche bounced back after being stymied in the 2nd game in Denver, and can only benefit from the loss of Binnington. I am looking for a bit of a hornet's nest today, with a lack of discipline a real possibility, and more than the average numbers of goals scored. With two very good offenses ready and waiting today , take the Over.