10 Takeaways: Bednar is Concerned and Frustrated With Struggling Avalanche Power Play (+)

The Avalanche’s 3-2 victory over the Los Angeles Kings on Monday was their eighth straight win. They also extended their home winning streak to 14 games and have more wins at Ball Arena (16) than nine other teams have overall.

But most of their damage, per usual, continues to come at 5-on-5. They’re breaking records at even strength, which, obviously, is how most games are played.

But something has to give with the Avalanche’s struggling power play. Against the Kings, special teams almost sank them. Their play at 5-on-5 was the lifeline they needed to keep their streaks going, as it has all season.

Jared Bednar admitted he’s concerned. He’s frustrated.

After all, the talent this team has should lead to a power play that rivals that of the Edmonton Oilers and Dallas Stars.

Instead, those teams are ranked first and second, respectively, while Colorado is further down the list in 26th. It’s borderline embarrassing.

On what Bednar said, how the Avs can fix the power play, and more from their performance on Monday.

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