Avalanche fans still haunted by crushing Stars defeat on this day in history
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On this day, Colorado Avalanche fans are reminded of the heartbreaking defeat to the Dallas Stars, a crushing loss forever etched into the franchise's history and one that continues to haunt the fanbase years later.
On August 24, 2020, the Dallas Stars lit up the scoreboard with four goals in a single period, stunning the Colorado Avalanche and seizing control of the playoff series in dramatic fashion.
Avalanche fans can't forget the crushing Stars defeat that still haunts them.
Vince Hull from Blades of Steel writes that the 2020 Stanley Cup Playoffs were unforgettable, and for the Dallas Stars fans, they featured one of the most thrilling runs in the franchise's history.
"On this day in 2020, the Stars unleashed an offensive explosion, scoring four times in the second period on the Colorado Avalanche en route to a 5-2 victory. The win gave Dallas a commanding 2-0 lead in their Western Conference semifinal series." -Hull
That night, the Stars' depth shone brightly. Though Colorado entered as Stanley Cup favourites, Dallas showed no fear, delivering a statement performance that flipped momentum and overwhelmed their opponents.
"The outburst in the middle frame defined the night. With quick strikes and relentless pressure, Dallas put the Avalanche on their heels and never looked back.
For fans, the game became a reminder of how dangerous the Stars could be when their offense clicked to match their defensive structure. It also set the tone for a playoff run that carried Dallas all the way to the Stanley Cup Final inside the Edmonton bubble." -Hull
For fans, the game became a reminder of how dangerous the Stars could be when their offense clicked to match their defensive structure. It also set the tone for a playoff run that carried Dallas all the way to the Stanley Cup Final inside the Edmonton bubble." -Hull
As Stars history highlighted, that four-goal burst wasn't just a win, it became a defining moment in the team's postseason lore. One fan summed it up perfectly at the time...
"That was the night the Stars showed the league they were for real."
The win over Colorado stands out as a signature game of that magical run, showcasing the grit, speed, and depth that defined Dallas' playoff identity and why fans still believe this era can deliver a championship.
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AOUT 26 | 20 ANSWERS Avalanche fans still haunted by crushing Stars defeat on this day in history Do you think the Avalanche will finish ahead of the Stars next season? | ||
| yes | 15 | 75 % |
| no | 5 | 25 % |
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