Avalanche Seek Six-Game Homestand Sweep Against Blackhawks
Colorado aims to extend its winning streak after key trade deadline acquisitions bolster the lineup.
- The Colorado Avalanche have won five consecutive games and aim to complete a six-game homestand sweep against the Chicago Blackhawks on Monday night.
- Nathan MacKinnon became the first player in the NHL this season to reach 100 points, with 27 goals and a league-leading 73 assists.
- Recent trade deadline acquisitions Brock Nelson, Charlie Coyle, and Ryan Lindgren have already made an impact, contributing assists in their debuts.
- Valeri Nichushkin recorded his first career regular-season hat trick in a 7-4 comeback win over the Toronto Maple Leafs on Saturday night.
- The rebuilding Blackhawks, led by rookie standout Connor Bedard, have introduced young talent like Artyom Levshunov and acquired goaltender Spencer Knight at the trade deadline.