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TORONTO -- A depleted Maple Leafs lineup was unable to keep pace with the surging Colorado Avalanche, reducing the list of NHL unbeatens by one. Wholesale Jerseys China . P.A. Parenteau scored early in the third period to help the Avs edge Toronto 2-1 on Tuesday night. Cory Sarich also scored for Colorado (3-0-0), which is off to its best ever start. The Avalanche got another terrific start from Semyon Varlamov in net. The 25-year-old Russian has now stopped 88 of 91 shots in three games. Tied 1-1 going into the third, Colorado went ahead at 2:30 on a two-on-one with Jamie McGinn setting up Parenteau, who may not have known too much about it as the puck deflected in off his skate past a sliding defenceman Jake Gardiner. "Video review supported the referees call on the ice that Jamie McGinns shot deflected off P.A. Parenteau and entered the net in a legal fashion," the NHL said in explaining the call. "According to Rule 78.4 if an attacking player has the puck deflect into the net, off his skate or body, in any manner, the goal shall be allowed. Good goal Colorado." Avs rookie Nathan MacKinnon, the 18-year-old first overall pick in the 2013 draft, got an assist -- his fourth of the young season -- on Parenteaus third goal of the season. "It was a great team effort, great team effort," said Avs coach Patrick Roy. Joffrey Lupul scored for a depleted Toronto (3-1-0), which charged hard during a power play midway through the third period but was unable to score. "That was a big (penalty) kill for us," Roy said. "Guys were there for a long time, and then they sacrificed their body." Jay McClements absence due to his wife going into labour further stripped a Leaf lineup already missing Mark Fraser, Nikolai Kulemin and Frazer McLaren through injury and David Clarkson due to suspension. "Youre going to have to deal with adversity throughout the course of the season," said Toronto head coach Randy Carlyle. "And injuries and birth of children, family illness -- all those things roll into the things that you have to deal with. Were no different than anybody else." Said Leafs captain Dion Phaneuf: "We gave up too many chances. Bernie (Bernier) kept us in it. It was right there for us." While Torontos loss column grew by one, so did the Leafs family. McClements wife gave birth to a baby boy. Toronto seemed off its game, reflected perhaps at the morning skate when Carlyle huddled his troops early in a bid to focus them on the task that lay ahead. Colorado, playing an up-tempo exciting brand of hockey under Roy, outshot Toronto 33-28 including 15-7 in the second period. The Avs outhit Toronto 44-33 and won 60 per cent of faceoffs. The game, which started as a goatending display before 19,388 at the Air Canada Centre, was the first between the two teams since October 2011 and offered Toronto fans a first NHL look at MacKinnon. The centre from Cole Harbour, N.S., who is living with veteran goalie Jean-Sebastien Giguere and his family in Denver, is playing on the Avs third line with McGinn and Parenteau. He has collected a point in each of his games including two assists in his NHL debut Oct. 2 -- at the age of 18 years 31 days. That made him the youngest NHL player to collect two points in a game since Jan. 8, 1944, when Ted Kennedy registered four points for the Leafs at the age of 18 years 27 days. MacKinnon did not look out of place, although a failed clearance from his own defensive end led to Lupuls goal. Bernier got the nod in goal for Toronto after stopping 46 of 47 shots in one start and a relief appearance. Both goalies were rock-solid with Bernier continuing to impress with his positioning and rebound control. Varlamov, meanwhile, had plenty of help from his defence in clearing loose pucks. It was a free-wheeling start to the game with few stoppages and a lot of rushes. Bernier had the crowd ooohing when he showed a quick glove hand in stopping Avs captain Gabriel Landeskog five minutes in. Varlamov returned the favour with a little over five minutes remaining in the period, sticking out a leg to deny Lupul in full flight. Carlyle, meanwhile, tweaked his personnel by pairing Nazem Kadri with tough guy Colton Orr and Carter Ashton on the third line. The fourth line featured Troy Bodie, Trevor Smith and Jamie Devane. The smooth-skating first period was followed by a sloppy opening to the second. But play began to open up and Toronto went ahead at 13:12 of the second when Lupul stuffed the pack past Varlamov on a scramble that ensued after a Colorado giveaway. The Avs goalie was down and seemingly had the puck underneath him but did not get a whistle and the Leafs jammed it during the ensuing melee. Lupul, scoring his second of the season, helped his own cause by bodying MacKinnon in the corner as he tried to clear the puck. Ashton got an assist for his first NHL point. Bodie and Colorados Cody McCleod fought after a faceoff late in the period as Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment CEO Tim Leiweke, Bodies father-in-law, watched from the second row behind the Leaf bench. A late flurry by Bodie had Leiweke on his feet. The Avs finally solved Bernier at 16:39 when Sarich beat him from an acute angle high to the short side. The Leafs goalie seemed to be expecting a pass rather than a shot. "He made a good shot but thats definitely a save that Ive got to make and its a routine save," lamented Bernier. "Thats a goal that I want to take back." It was the 35-year-old defencemans 21st career goal -- and his first since Jan. 10, 2012. And it snapped a stretch of 56 saves and 110 minutes 50 seconds without a goal for Bernier. "Hes given us a chance to win every time hes been in there. And been spectacular at some points," said Lupul. "We cant ask anything more of him." Wholesale Jerseys Store . Captain Brian Gionta, who was handed the Jacques Beauchamp trophy as the teams unsung hero before the game, scored on a penalty shot 2:04 into overtime to give the Canadiens a 1-0 victory over the New York Rangers on Saturday night. Wholesale Jerseys For Sale . According to several reports, the quarterback has asked for a trade or his release from the team. The reports state Pryor strongly wants to be a starter, and that wont happen in Oakland. http://www.wholesalejerseyssafestore.com/ . The Tampa Bay Lightnings star forward told reporters after Mondays practice that he is targeting the teams Saturday game against the Detroit Red Wings for his long-awaited return. OTTAWA -- A freak accident could threaten the Ottawa Senators playoff drive. Goalie Craig Anderson underwent surgery on his right hand after severing the tendon in his small finger while preparing a meal following Ottawas 5-2 victory over the Washington Capitals on Wednesday. While the initial prognosis wasnt good, Senators general manager Bryan Murray said Friday that the situation has improved. "We were told (Thursday) it was going to be some period of time. (Friday) we got a little better news," said Murray. "As soon as he feels comfortably he can handle a stick, hell be back on the ice, probably as early as next week. "When he can handle a stick, he can probably get ready to play. Theres no time frame. Were optimistic that it wont be a long, long time." Losing Anderson for any amount of time will be difficult for the Senators (32-22- and their playoff hopes. Heading into Fridays action, the team sat seventh in the Eastern Conference -- six points up on eighth-place Florida and seven points ahead of Toronto. The 30-year-old Anderson has been a major reason for Ottawas success as he carried the weight of the workload. Hes played 27 of the clubs past 28 games and 56 overall, a league high, compiling a 29-19-6 record, 2.85 goals-against average and .913 save percentage in the process. "Every team goes through stretches of injuries and what not and I think weve been fairly fortunate to this point," said captain Daniel Alfredsson. "Its never ideal but we move on and you do the best with what you have. Guys usually find a way to step up when these circumstances come up so were just going to keep going. "Weve faced adversity pretty much the whole year and I dont think this will faze us." The Senators recalled Robin Lehner from the American Hockey League and will give backup Alex Auld the start Saturday against Boston. Auld has started just seven games this season, going 2-3-2 with a 3.28 GAA and a .883 save percentage. Hes made just one start since Dec. 31. "Craig is a huge part of our team and this is a tough loss for us," said Auld. Cheap Jerseys China. "We have a group capable of playing good hockey and weve got to keep that going. Im really looking forward to (the challenge). Ive maintained all year I just want to stay sharp and be ready for the opportunity." Auld admits the fact the team is playing well right now, having won three of four, makes things a little easier. "Weve been getting contributions throughout the lineup offensively, but guys have really committed to the play in our end, the play in the neutral zone thats a huge part of our game," said Auld. "Were playing a system, playing together as a group and we expect that to continue." While Lehner is seen as the Senators goaltender of the future he hasnt had the most inspiring season. After helping the Binghamton Senators win the Calder Cup last spring, Lehner is 8-16-1 this season with a 3.38 GAA and .905 save percentage. "Its been a tough season for all of us down there," said Lehner. "Obviously it hasnt been what we all wanted it to be. This is a good opportunity and if I see the ice I just need to try to do my best and help the team." Senators coach Paul MacLean says the team will take a day-to-day approach with their goaltenders. "Were going to try to do it the same way weve done all year," said MacLean. "Were going to evaluate who were playing and based on that who gives us the best opportunity to win, just like weve done since day one." The Senators play back-to-back home games starting with the Bruins Saturday and the New York Islanders Sunday. While Murray hasnt ruled out acquiring additional help, hell have little time to make the decision with the trade deadline on Monday afternoon. "I dont know that theres anybody available," said Murray. 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