In a thrilling matchup, the Colorado Avalanche overcame the Vegas Golden Knights 3-2, thanks to Jimmy Vesey's first goal with the team and Charlie Coyle's clutch shootout goal. The Avs showcased their dominance, particularly in the latter half of the game, with a significant edge in shots on goal.

Valeri Nichushkin netted his 20th goal of the season, joining Nathan MacKinnon in the spotlight. MacKinnon's assist propelled him back to the top of the NHL scoring leaderboard with 116 points, matching Joe Sakic's franchise record for career points. The game highlighted Colorado's resilience despite missing several regulars, while Vegas continues to aim for the Pacific Division title.