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The Nuggets and the Avalanche have a shot a doing something that they haven’t done because the 2009-10 season: Both make the playoffs.
That’s right, the Pepsi Center hasn’t been host to both NBA and NHL games in the same year because “Kick-Ass” was No. 1 at the box office, Rihanna’s “Rude Boy” was atop the Billboard charts, and Josh McDaniels was still the head coach of the Denver Broncos.
Considering that the Avs moved to Denver in 1995, the Denver arena roommates have only shared postseason berths in the exact same year four occasions (2004, 2006, 2008 and 2010). But that could very well change this year.
The Nuggets have punched a ticket to the playoffs and are a half-game behind the Warriors for first place in the West. The Avs have some work to do After losing to Chicago Sunday in overtime, they hold a thin two-point lead over the Minnesota Wild for the final spot in the West with six matches to go. Winning games after regulation has been a battle all season for Colorado, which is tied for most OT losses in the NHL with the New York Rangers (13).
— Joe Nguyen, The Denver Post
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What’s on Tap?
Nuggets: Detroit Pistons, 7 p.m. Tuesday, ALT | Buy tickets
Avalanche: Vegas Golden Knights, 8 p.m. Wednesday, ALT | Buy tickets
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Scoreboard
NBA: Pacers 124, Nuggets 88
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NHL: Blackhawks 2, Avalanche 1 OT
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Must-Read
Joe Amon, The Denver PostDenver Broncos president of football operations and general manager John Elway and head coach Vic Fangio speak about the team in a press conference to introduce their new quarterback Joe Flacco (not pictured) March 15, 2019, in Englewood.
Broncos to host QBs Kyler Murray, Dwayne Haskins, Drew Lock and Daniel Jones for pre-draft visits: Real interest or smokescreen?
Quarterbacks Kyler Murray, Dwayne Haskins, Drew Lock and Daniel Jones will make predraft visits to the Broncos, general manager John Elway supported Sunday during a break in the NFL’s annual meeting. Read more…
Joe Robbins, Getty ImagesTight finish T.J. Hockenson of Iowa works out during day three of the NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium on March 2, 2019 at Indianapolis.
Breaking down the top tight ends in the NFL draft, and Denver’s attention
The Denver Broncos’ roster might have five players on it currently listed as tight ends, but the cabinet feels a little bare right now. Read more…
Chris Carlson, Associated PressColorado Rockies’ Nolan Arenado bats against the Arizona Diamondbacks during a spring baseball match in Scottsdale, Ariz., Sunday, Feb. 24, 2019.
Kiszla: For the Rockies to conquer L.A. and win first division title, who’s the one player that has to step up in 2019?
What’s the difference between the Rockies and the Dodgers in the National League West? One stinkin’ match, if you ask me. Read more…
Quick Hits
+ Is your March Madness bracket not doing so well? You’re in luck. Download our printable second-chance bracket.
+ Saunders: Rockies predictions, aspirations and red flags for 2019.
+ Broncos coach Vic Fangio “excited ” to begin working with gamers.
+ Rockies podcast: Scott Oberg on the influence of Adam Ottavino, his role in the bullpen and more.
+ German Marquez’s “easy cheese” gives Rockies pitcher potential of an ace.
+ With weight of Rockies’ World Series dreams on shoulders, Kyle Freeland believes he can top his historic 2018.
+ Rockies catching duo set with Chris Iannetta and Tony Wolters once again.
+ Follow Tate Martell’s direct block? “No opportunity ,” CU Buffs QB Steven Montez states.
+ “Push it to a new limit”: Mikaela Shiffrin scripts marvelous ski season.
+ The Rapids want to play Total Football, here’s what that means.
+ Kickin’ it with Kiz: Toughest foe for Nuggets star Nikola Jokic in NBA playoffs? Hint: It won’t be Kevin Durant or James Harden.
+ Zion Williamson, No. 1 Duke survive Tacko Fall, UCF in March Madness’ second round.
+ Rob Gronkowski retires: New England Patriots tight end steps away from NFL.
Post Mailbag forms
+ Broncos Mailbag: Have a question about the team? Ask Ryan O’Halloran here.
+ Nuggets Mailbag: Have a question about the team? Ask Mike Singer here.
+ Avs Mailbag: Have a question about the team? Ask Mike Chambers here.
+ Rockies Mailbag: Have a question about the team? Ask Patrick Saunders here.
By The Numbers
No. 12
The lowest remaining seed in the NCAA Tournament in the Oregon Ducks, who advanced to the Sweet 16 after beating No. 13 UC Irvine. Read more…
Parting Shot
Andy Cross, The Denver PostColorado Rockies starting pitcher Kyle Freeland (21), left, and starting pitcher German Marquez (48) in Salt River Fields in February 22, 2019.
Predicting the 2019 major league season: World Series winner, how the Rockies will fare and more
A new baseball season always offers an opportunity for the baseball pundits to forecast ahead, even if those predictions end up wayward in the end. Here are predictions for the 2019 MLB season by The Denver Post. Read more…
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