DENVER — Colorado Avalanche and Denver Nuggets fans packed Stoney’s Bar and Grill on Lincoln to celebrate a pair of thrilling victories on Saturday.
The venue hosted the official Avalanche watch celebration because the crew shut out the Dallas Stars 2-0.
“Just a great win, great time,” fan Jeff Devries stated.
Denver7 was there because the crew scored an empty-net objective to seal the victory alongside the crew mascot, Bernie.
“When they’re on the road, they make it feel like you’re literally in the arena,” stated Cooper Barrash. “Goal horn, announcements, all of it.”
Jacob Curtis, Denver7 Photojournalist
Fans celebrated the win that may possible be a playoff preview.
“When you come to a bar like this, it’s awesome,” fan Dan Sikes stated.
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Denver fans celebrate sports-filled Saturday at Stoney’s with pair of thrilling victories
After the joy of the Avalanche victory, consideration at Stoney’s rapidly turned to the Denver Nuggets and their matchup towards the San Antonio Spurs as fans stored their eyes glued to the televisions.
The Nuggets discovered a solution to pull off an epic extra time win.
“It’s palpable. You can feel it,” Nuggets fan Miriam Hertzler stated.
Jacob Curtis, Denver7 Photojournalist
For fans like Hertzler, Saturday showcased what makes the town particular.
“It’s so nice to be a part of a community that loves their sports,” Hertzler stated. “And that’s what I love about Denver.”
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