Valeri Nichushkin was the standout for the Colorado Avalanche, scoring both the game-tying goal and the decisive shootout goal in their 2-1 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights.

Alexandar Georgiev excelled in goal for Colorado, making 18 saves in regulation and five in the shootout. The Golden Knights initially led with a goal from Pavel Dorofeyev, but Nichushkin's quick response kept the game competitive.

Injury concerns continue for the Avalanche as they deal with Jonathan Drouin's absence.