The struggles of the Colorado Avalanche in 2016-17 – particularly its defense – was well documented. But goaltender Semyon Varlamov didn’t necessarily need great defense on the night of Nov. 2 of the following season. He was unbelievable against the Hurricanes that night, stopping a career-high 57 shots and leading the Avs to a 5-3 win.
Nov 2, 2017; Denver, CO, USA; Colorado Avalanche goalie Semyon Varlamov (1) makes a stick save on Carolina Hurricanes right wing Justin Williams (14) in the third period at the Pepsi Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports