The Colorado Avalanche will face the Vancouver Canucks on Sunday at Rogers Arena. The game begins at 8 p.m. MT and is part of a back-to-back series for both teams. This match marks the first of three encounters this season, with subsequent games scheduled in Denver on December 2 and April 1.
Latest Team Performances
Avalanche’s Impressive Win
Colorado achieved a stunning victory over the Edmonton Oilers, winning 9-1. Notable contributions came from Alberta natives Cale Makar and Parker Kelly, who scored twice each. Nathan MacKinnon and Jack Drury also added two goals, while Gavin Brindley contributed one goal. Scott Wedgewood made 23 saves against 24 shots.
This game marked Colorado’s first road win by an eight-goal margin since relocating to Denver. The Avalanche became the first team this season to score nine goals in a single game, with eight players earning multiple points.
Canucks Maintain Momentum
The Vancouver Canucks edged out the Columbus Blue Jackets with a 4-3 win on Saturday. Jake DeBrusk started the scoring, followed by goals from Kirill Marchenko and Dmitri Voronkov. Drew O’Connor and Conor Garland also found the net, with Brock Boeser sealing the win for Vancouver.
Player Highlights
- Nathan MacKinnon: Tied for the league lead with 12 goals and 24 points this season.
- Cale Makar: Leading NHL defensemen with 6 goals and 20 points.
- Martin Necas: Tied for 12th in the league with 9 goals.
- Conor Garland: Leads Canucks with 12 points.
Head-to-Head Series
In 133 previous regular-season meetings, the Avalanche holds a 66-49-18 record against the Canucks. The teams have met in playoffs twice, with Colorado winning in 1996 and 2001.
Key Statistics
- 2.40: Average goals allowed by Colorado, the lowest in the league.
- 399: Wins recorded by Avalanche head coach Jared Bednar, one win away from 400.
Upcoming Matches
The Avalanche will continue their schedule with two more games against Vancouver this season. The next matchup will be in December, providing another chance for both teams to showcase their skills.
