Overview

• The Colorado Avalanche scored four goals in the first period, overwhelming the Ottawa Senators en route to a 5-1 victory on March 20, 2025.
• Brock Nelson netted two goals, including his first as a member of the Avalanche following his acquisition from the New York Islanders.
• Ottawa goaltender Linus Ullmark was pulled after conceding four goals on 13 shots, with Anton Forsberg stepping in for relief.
• Scott Wedgewood made 15 saves for Colorado, with his shutout bid broken late in the game by Dylan Cozens' power-play goal.
• The win solidifies Colorado's third-place position in the Central Division, while Ottawa remains in the first Eastern Conference wild-card spot but faces growing competition.