Overview
- Gabriel Landeskog scored his first NHL goal since June 2022, giving the Avalanche a 3-0 lead in their commanding Game 4 victory over the Stars.
- The Avalanche tied the series 2-2 with the 4-0 win in Denver, powered by strong performances from Nathan MacKinnon, Logan O’Connor, and Samuel Girard.
- Landeskog returned to playoff action in Game 3 after missing three seasons due to a chronic knee injury that required a pioneering cartilage transplant in May 2023.
- The captain's goal and assist in Game 4 were met with emotional celebrations from teammates and fans, reigniting memories of the 2022 Stanley Cup run.
- The series now moves to Dallas for Game 5 on Monday, with both teams vying for momentum in what has become a tightly contested matchup.