Avs winger admits that they were nervous in Game 5, likes their chances of ending the series tonight in Tampa
Heading into an all-important Game 6 in Tampa, it's safe to say that there are plenty of reasons for both the Lightning and the Avalanche to be nervous. On one hand, the Lightning are facing elimination and on the other, the Avalanche are attempting to do the hardest thing there is; win the last one.
The Bolts are on home ice on Sunday as they look to extend the series, their impressive streak in elimination games and a chance at a possible 3-peat. The Avs are on the road, trying to win their first Stanley Cup in 21 years in enemy territory. With so much riding on this game, it is sure to make for must watch hockey.
On Sunday, Colorado's Mikko Rantanen was among those who spoke with the media. When asked about the level of nervousness he and the Avs felt in Game 5, Rantanen gave an honest answer, but also re-affirmed his belief in his team. Judging by his comments, he seems to believe that the Avs will get it done tonight.
"It's about resetting. We had a chance at home, but now we have a chance on the road. We know they're going to bring their best game, and we've got to be ready for that."
-Mikko Rantanen on nerves in Game 5 and where his team is at heading into Game 6
I've been a Nazem Kadri fan since the Leafs drafted him 7th overall in 2009. To say that I want to see him lift the Cup tonight to cap off an incredible journey is an understatement. That said, there's just something about this series going the distance that is so alluring.
