Overview
- The Colorado Avalanche rallied from a 2-0 deficit in the second period to defeat the Vegas Golden Knights 3-2 in a shootout.
- Charlie Coyle scored the decisive shootout goal and contributed two assists during regulation, playing a pivotal role in the victory.
- A video review overturned a no-goal call, confirming Valeri Nichushkin's power-play goal that initiated Colorado's comeback.
- Goaltender Scott Wedgewood made 19 saves in regulation and overtime, stopping all three Golden Knights' attempts in the shootout.
- The Golden Knights struggled without key players, including Jack Eichel and two top defensemen, impacting their performance despite clinching home ice for the playoffs.