Brock Nelson's shootout winner helped the Colorado Avalanche secure a thrilling 5-4 victory over the Montreal Canadiens. The Avalanche, led by Charlie Coyle and Nelson, who each scored in the shootout, displayed offensive flair but were challenged by a remarkable Canadiens comeback in the third period. Martin Necas, Sam Malinski, and Ryan Lindgren contributed goals for Colorado, while Mackenzie Blackwood made 25 saves to secure the win.

The Canadiens had a dramatic third period, with goals from Joshua Roy and Juraj Slafkovsky narrowing the gap, before Christian Dvorak tied the game with a slick backhander. Despite a late penalty on Slafkovsky that gave Colorado a power play opportunity in overtime, Sam Montembeault's stellar 33 saves kept Montreal in the game.

Colorado's latest victory marks their second in a row and extends their solid form, winning 10 of their last 12 games. Meanwhile, Montreal's point streak continues at six games, keeping them in the playoff mix as they remain in the Eastern Conference's second wild card position.