Avalanche End Losing Streak with 3-2 Victory Over Ducks

Nathan MacKinnon Marks 500th Career Assist in Game Marred by Absence of Key Players

• Colorado Avalanche beat the Anaheim Ducks 3-2 in Denver, ending a three-game losing streak.
• Nathan MacKinnon had a goal and two assists, marking his 500th career assist.
• The Avalanche played without key players Cale Makar, Andrew Cogliano, and Valeri Nichushkin due to injuries and illness.
• The Ducks attempted a comeback with goals from Sam Carrick and Leo Carlsson, but fell short.
• The Ducks have lost nine of their last 10 games.

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