Colorado Avalanche's Stefan Elliott (46) celebrates after scoring against the San Jose Sharks during the first period of an NHL hockey game, Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2011 in Denver. (AP Photo/Barry ... more 

Colorado Avalanche's Stefan Elliott (46) celebrates after scoring against the San Jose Sharks during the first period of an NHL hockey game, Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2011 in Denver. (AP Photo/Barry Gutierrez) less