1.   Avalanche coach Bob Hartley was overwhelmed with joy, and some relief at being able to guide his multitalented team to the Cup finals.

2.   Avalanche coach Bob Hartley continued to toe the company line, saying he expects Foote to return during the series.

3.   Avalanche coach Bob Hartley said Bourque will be evaluated on Saturday morning to determine his availability.

4.   Avalanche coach Bob Hartley sees some gamesmanship in that comment.

5.   Avalanche coach Bob Hartley alluded to the possibility Sunday, when he suggested that the series could be won on the final shot.

6.   Avalanche coach Bob Hartley pleaded with referees to check the video replay, to no avail.

7.   Avalanche coach Bob Hartley said Reid underwent surgery Saturday night.

8.   Avalanche coach Bob Hartley said superb goaltending Nabokov decided the game.

9.   Avalanche coaches complained about the hit.