Red Wings Beat Avalanche, 4-3

Forward Johan Franzen scores twice for Detroit; Wings take a 1-0 series lead
By Jamie Buss,  Newser Staff
Posted Apr 25, 2008 12:25 AM CDT
Red Wings Beat Avalanche, 4-3
Detroit Red Wings goalie Chris Osgood (30) deflects a shot from Colorado Avalanche winger Paul Stastny, left, during the first period of Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinal hockey playoffs in Detroit, Thursday, April 24, 2008.    (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)

Johan Franzen's name is not at the top of scouting reports for Detroit Red Wings' opponents. It might be now. The second-line wing from Sweden scored two goals and had an assist to help the Red Wings build a three-goal cushion, and they held on to beat the Colorado Avalanche 4-3 in Game 1 of their NHL second-round playoffs series last night.

"Their top line is dangerous, but he's the next guy you have to worry about," Colorado coach Joel Quenneville said. "He's got skill and he's a big power forward." The 6-foot-3, 220-pound Franzen scored his second goal early in the second period to put Detroit ahead 4-1. It was the first time he had scores twice in a playoff game. (Read more NHL stories.)

We use cookies. By Clicking "OK" or any content on this site, you agree to allow cookies to be placed. Read more in our privacy policy.
Get the news faster.
Tap to install our app.
X
Install the Newser News app
in two easy steps:
1. Tap in your navigation bar.
2. Tap to Add to Home Screen.

X