MacKinnon’s 2 Goals Propel Avalanche Past Canucks, Extending Streak to 17 Games
The Colorado Avalanche continued their impressive form, defeating the Vancouver Canucks and extending their point streak to 17 games. This remarkable run ties for the second-longest in franchise history.
MacKinnon Leads Avalanche to Victory
Nathan MacKinnon played a pivotal role in the game, scoring two goals. He now leads the NHL with 22 goals and 46 points this season. MacKinnon has scored in four consecutive games, highlighting his exceptional performance.
Game Overview
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- Avalanche Record: 19 wins, 1 loss, and 6 overtime losses
- Canucks Record: 10 wins, 14 losses, and 3 overtime losses
- Point Streak: 17 games (14 wins, 3 overtime losses)
The Avalanche took control of the game with a strong second period. Brock Nelson scored the initial go-ahead goal, giving Colorado a 2-1 lead. His goal came after a pass from Gabriel Landeskog, who also provided two assists during the game.
Key Moments
- 1st Period: Linus Karlsson opened the scoring for Vancouver at 2:55, giving them an early lead.
- 19:23: MacKinnon equalized just before the end of the first period, capitalizing on a rebound.
- 2nd Period: Nelson and MacKinnon scored to push the Avalanche ahead, with MacKinnon’s second goal occurring at 19:26.
Injury Report
Scott Wedgewood, the starting goaltender for the Avalanche, left the game due to an upper-body injury in the second period. He allowed one goal on 11 shots before being replaced by Mackenzie Blackwood, who made 11 saves. Vancouver’s Evander Kane also exited the game in the third period due to an injury.
The Canucks are currently struggling, having lost three consecutive games and only winning once in their last seven outings. Meanwhile, the Avalanche’s streak has solidified their position as a dominant force in the league.
This victory marks another significant step towards the Avalanche’s pursuit of a championship, demonstrating their resilience and skill on the ice.
