Jets, Avs aim to tighten up defense after high-scoring Game 1

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Shoring up the defense will likely be a focus for both the visiting Colorado Avalanche and the Winnipeg Jets on Tuesday night in Game 2 of their first-round Stanley Cup playoff series.

The old adage that tight checking and limited scoring opportunities are part of playoff hockey was thrown out the window in Game 1, as the Jets held on for a wild 7-6 win on Sunday.

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