Colorado Avalanche’s J.T. Compher (37) is checked by Vegas Golden Knights’ Alex Tuch (89) durin …

Colorado Avalanche's J.T. Compher (37) is checked by Vegas Golden Knights' Alex Tuch (89) durin ...

Colorado Avalanche’s J.T. Compher (37) is checked by Vegas Golden Knights’ Alex Tuch (89) during first period NHL hockey qualifying round game in Edmonton, Alberta, Saturday, Aug. 8, 2020. (Jason Franson/The Canadian Press via AP)